Contracts Manager
Craven Arms - Hybrid
£51,927.91 per annum


We are looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to play a key role in the Property Directorate, responsible for overseeing and managing a large portfolio of subcontractors. This position places a strong emphasis on contract management, financial oversight and the effective delivery of services. You will be working closely with the Repairs, Voids and Healthy Homes Managers to ensure contractors comply with contractual obligations & standards, monitor & manager KPI’s/SLA’s, lead regular operational meetings with subcontractors and drive performance management by issuing formal performance improvement notices.


It will be your responsibility to ensure timely receipt and accurate updating of data relating to job statuses and manage all work variations in line with the agreed processes. Oversee workstream budgets, making sure that contractors operate within the agreed contract values which includes reviewing and validation contractor valuations, checking schedules of rates accuracy and preventing contract drift or scope creep. You must monitor and report on expenditures against budgets, supporting the forecasting of future spend based on service demand and resource availability. You will lead on contract dispute resolution, including negotiating claims, preparing for adjudication as well as review and maintain updated risk assessments & method statements for each workstream whilst ensuring compliance with CDM requirements.


We are looking for a candidate who has in-depth knowledge of building regulations, health & safety legislations and possesses strong technical understanding of building construction. It is necessary you can interpret complex information relating to the built environment as well as a solid understanding of construction contract law, including termination processes and statutory compliance associated with subcontracted works. Our ideal candidate is knowledgeable in the Decent Homes Standard and current Homes England (HCA) requirements and proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook. You must be able to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain composure under pressure while delivering on commitments.


If this position is something that aligns with your experience, do not hesitate to apply!


This role has been identified as suitable for hybrid working which will be a combination of home working and working from our offices with Head office at Craven Arms and travelling to other offices as required.


This role will be subject to a basic DBS check.