We are recruiting a Contracts Manager to join a respected social housing group in Peterborough, overseeing the delivery of major planned maintenance, refurbishment, and capital works programmes across the housing stock. As a Contracts Manager , you will be responsible for managing contractors, overseeing contract performance, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on programme, and within budget. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation where you can have a genuine impact on the quality of residents’ homes and the delivery of high-quality housing services.

What’s on offer:

• Salary: £64,000 - £67,000 per annum
• Full-time permanent position
• Excellent pension scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunity to make a real difference within social housing

Contracts Manager key responsibilities include:

• Managing the delivery and performance of planned maintenance, refurbishment, and capital works contracts
• Overseeing contractors to ensure works are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards
• Managing contract performance, costs, programmes, variations, and commercial outcomes
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with contractors, consultants, residents, internal teams, and external stakeholders
• Monitoring project progress through regular meetings, site visits, inspections, and performance reviews
• Ensuring contracts comply with relevant legislation, health & safety requirements, building regulations, and organisational policies
• Reviewing specifications, programmes, valuations, variations, and contractor performance
• Producing accurate reports and management information to support effective governance and decision-making
• Identifying risks and opportunities and implementing appropriate actions to ensure successful contract delivery
• Driving continuous improvement and ensuring residents receive a high-quality service throughout the delivery of works

The successful Contracts Manager will have:

• Previous experience working in a Contracts Manager, Contract Manager, or senior project management position
• Experience managing planned maintenance, refurbishment, capital works, or similar construction programmes
• Strong knowledge of contract management, construction, procurement, and commercial processes
• Experience managing contractors and monitoring contract performance
• Strong understanding of health & safety, building regulations, and relevant housing legislation
• Excellent financial management and reporting skills
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Experience working within social housing or a similar public-sector environment would be highly advantageous
• A relevant construction, surveying, property, or project management qualification would be desirable

If you're an experienced Contracts Manager looking to join a respected social housing group in Peterborough, with a salary of £64,000 - £67,000 and the opportunity to lead important housing investment and maintenance programmes, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

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