Contracts Manager
Contracts Manager – Voids & Disrepair (North West London)
Temp-to-Perm Opportunity | Circa £55,000 per annum + Vehicle Allowance!
Are you an accomplished Contracts Manager with a deep specialism in voids and disrepair, ready to lead high-impact projects across North West London Do you excel at driving operational excellence, managing complex contracts, and delivering exceptional outcomes for social housing This is a prime temporary-to-permanent opportunity to join a leading property services provider!
We are seeking a highly skilled and results-oriented Contracts Manager to take full ownership of our vital voids and disrepair contracts within the North West London area. This pivotal role demands strategic leadership, robust financial oversight, and a commitment to delivering superior quality and satisfaction.
The Role: Driving Excellence in Property Transformation
As Contracts Manager, you'll be instrumental in transforming empty properties into welcoming homes and resolving complex disrepair issues, significantly impacting the quality of life for . You'll lead the end-to-end delivery of these critical services, ensuring projects are completed safely, to the highest standards, and within budget.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Contract Management: Take full operational and financial accountability for designated voids and disrepair contracts, ensuring all KPIs, SLAs, and contractual obligations are consistently met or exceeded.
Operational Leadership: Oversee the entire project lifecycle for void refurbishments and complex disrepair remediation, from initial assessment and scoping through to completion and handover.
Team & Resource Management: Lead, mentor, and motivate multi-disciplinary teams, including Supervisors, direct Operatives, and Subcontractors. Optimize resource allocation to ensure efficient project delivery.
Financial & Commercial Acumen: Implement stringent financial controls, manage multi-million-pound budgets, oversee cost reporting, and identify opportunities for cost savings and revenue maximization.
Quality Assurance & Compliance: Ensure all works adhere to stringent quality standards, building regulations, and Health & Safety legislation, with particular focus on the specific requirements of disrepair cases and void property standards.
Client & Stakeholder Relations: Cultivate and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with social housing clients, local authorities (including EHOs), , and internal departments. Act as the primary operational point of contact.
Performance Monitoring & Reporting: Continuously monitor project performance, identify trends, mitigate risks, and provide comprehensive, insightful reports to senior management and clients.
Problem Resolution: Proactively identify and resolve complex operational, technical, and -related challenges with effective and timely solutions.
What We're Looking For:
Proven Contracts Management Experience: Extensive experience (typically 5+ years) in a Contracts Manager or similar senior operational leadership role within the social housing, property maintenance, or refurbishment sectors.
Specialist Voids & Disrepair Knowledge: Demonstrable expertise in managing significant voids programmes and complex disrepair contracts, including a thorough understanding of relevant legal frameworks (e.g., HHSRS, Homes Act).
Financial & Commercial Prowess: Strong track record of managing substantial budgets, controlling costs, and driving profitability on contracts.
Exceptional Leadership: Proven ability to lead, develop, and inspire large, diverse operational teams to achieve outstanding results.
Health & Safety Champion: Unwavering commitment to Health & Safety excellence and proven ability to ensure compliance in a live environment.
Client & Stakeholder Management: Superior communication and interpersonal skills, with a track record of building and nurturing strong client relationships.
Problem-Solving & Strategic Thinking: A proactive, analytical, and solutions-focused approach to complex challenges.
Driving Licence: A full, clean UK driving licence is essential for travel across the North West London area.
What We Offer:
Competitive Pay: A salary of circa £55,000 per annum, reflecting your expertise and impact.
Temp-to-Perm: A clear pathway from a temporary contract to a permanent position, offering long-term career stability.
Full Mobility: Vehicle allowance provided.
Impactful Role: Lead crucial repairs that directly improve the homes and lives of social housing in North West London.
Career Growth: Opportunity to develop and advance within a leading property services organization.
If you're a driven and experienced Contracts Manager ready to lead impactful voids and disrepair projects in North West London, apply now