Contracts Manager

Connexus; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A rural housing association is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee contract management and lead the technical delivery team. The role focuses on commercial management of assets and aligning project strategies with compliance regulations. Candidates should have experience in asset management and hold relevant qualifications in construction and health & safety. The role offers a salary of £50,051 per annum and requires a driving licence for work-related purposes.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Training and development opportunities

Inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Must have a driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.
• Must demonstrate experience in managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Detailed knowledge of Decent Homes requirements and HCA Homes Standard.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical delivery team to ensure effective commercial management.
• Oversee planned investment works, managing budgets and contractor performance.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation throughout projects.

Skills

Building Regulations

Health and Safety legislation

Contract management

Communication with contractors

Education

Degree in Building Maintenance or Construction

NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction Health and Safety

BOHS – P405 Managing Asbestos in Buildings

Job description

Overview

Contract Manager role at Connexus in Shropshire, England. You will lead our technical delivery team and be responsible for the commercial management of our assets and estates, developing strategies to increase asset value and ensure they remain fit for purpose.

You will provide leadership to the technical delivery team and contractors to ensure we continue to deliver high-quality services to our customers, maintain our estates, and manage the condition of our assets. The role includes overseeing planned investment works and all aspects of contract management to ensure decent homes works are delivered on time, within budget, and with high customer satisfaction. You will oversee day-to-day management and communication with contractors and suppliers, conduct health and safety inspections/audits, and ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and best practices. You will work with investment budgets of around £7m and manage individual contract budgets with regular financial performance reviews.

You will ensure accuracy of contract data and documentation for each property, while adhering to relevant regulations and compliance requirements (including Gas/Electrical Certification). This managerial role has several direct reports: Contracts Surveyor, Clerk of Works, Tenant Liaison Officer, Contracts Co-ordinator, and the Business Support Assistant.

Required knowledge includes Building Regulations and Health and Safety legislation, experience in asset management, and the ability to lead a multidisciplinary team. You should have experience with Decent Homes and the current HCA Homes Standard, as well as Construction Design and Management (CDM) and Asbestos regulations. You will be familiar with liaising with contractors and managing large projects and budgets. Education should include a degree or OND/HND in Building Maintenance/Construction, and you should hold BOHS – P405 Managing Asbestos in Buildings and a NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction Health and Safety.

Due to the nature of the role, you must have a driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.

If you share our determination and are ready for the challenge, please apply now.

Base pay and contract details

£50,051.00 per annum

Contract Type: Permanent

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Job function: Quality Assurance, Project Management, and Management

Industries: Civic and Social Organizations, Non-profit Organizations, and Construction

Location: Shropshire, England, United Kingdom

About Connexus

Connexus is a rural housing association with its heritage in Shropshire and Herefordshire, providing good quality, affordable and safe homes that customers are proud to live in. We create inclusive neighbourhoods, sustainable rural communities, and provide services that support our customers to build a life in their home. The work our teams do is varied, and no two days are the same.

We provide an excellent offer for colleagues which includes flexible working options combined with some fantastic benefits. We’re here to support colleagues at every step of the way with training and development opportunities, helping you make the most of your career. If you want to work with like-minded people and would like to make a difference to the lives of our customers, Connexus could be the right fit for you.

Connexus is committed to equality of opportunity for all employees and is keen to address areas of under representation in its workforce. We strongly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups.

Qualifications

• Degree or OND/HND in Building Maintenance / Construction
• BOHS – P405 Managing Asbestos in Buildings
• NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction Health and Safety
• Driving licence and access to a vehicle for work

Contact and application

If you share our determination and are ready for the challenge, please apply now.