Social Housing Contracts Manager

We're working with a leading housing provider to recruit a talented Contracts Manager to join their Asset Management team. This pivotal role will see you delivering the organisation's annual investment programme across a diverse property portfolio, ensuring homes are safe, compliant, and meet the Decent Homes Standard.

What you'll be doing:

• Managing delivery of planned investment works on time, within budget, and to high customer satisfaction.

• Overseeing contractor procurement and contract management, ensuring value for money.

• Acting as Principal Designer under CDM 2015 and ensuring health & safety compliance.

• Maintaining accurate asset management data, including asbestos registers.

• Leading a small team and monitoring performance to meet service targets.

• Managing budgets and reporting on spend, forecasts, and service improvements.

What we're looking for:

• A strong background in construction, building maintenance, or asset management.

• Solid knowledge of building regulations, health & safety, CDM and asbestos regulations.

• Proven experience managing contractors, consultants, and budgets.

• Relevant qualifications (degree/HND in Construction/Building).

• Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills.

• Social housing or public sector experience is desirable.

• Full UK driving licence and use of own vehicle.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact by ensuring homes remain safe, compliant, and high quality, while driving forward service excellence.

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