Job Title: Contracts Manager

Location: Bristol

Overview:

Our client is actively seeking a highly motivated and skilled Contracts Manager to join their team. This pivotal role involves overseeing the planning and delivery of planned maintenance contracts for social housing projects within and around the Bristol area. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the effective management and successful delivery of projects, requiring strong communication skills, a solid understanding of project management, and experience in social housing maintenance.

Responsibilities:

Project Planning and Delivery:

• Oversee the planning and execution of planned maintenance contracts for social housing projects in and around the Bristol area.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.

Stakeholder Management:

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and housing associations.
• Foster effective communication channels to ensure project success.

Budget and Resource Management:

• Manage budgets and resources effectively to achieve successful project delivery within agreed timescales.
• Ensure optimal utilization of resources while maintaining financial control.

Quality Assurance:

• Monitor the quality of work carried out by contractors, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and industry standards.
• Implement and uphold quality assurance processes.

Issue Resolution:

• Manage and resolve any issues or disputes that may arise during the course of a project.
• Ensure effective and professional resolution to maintain project momentum.

Health and Safety Compliance:

• Ensure that health and safety policies and procedures are adhered to at all times.
• Uphold industry standards and regulatory compliance.

Record Keeping and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of project progress and costs.
• Provide regular reports to senior management on project status.

Requirements:

• Experience in managing planned maintenance contracts in social housing projects.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong financial management skills, with experience in managing budgets and resources effectively.
• Thorough understanding of relevant legislation and industry standards.
• Ability to manage and resolve disputes in a professional manner.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• IT literate with experience using project management software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Qualifications:

• A degree in a relevant subject such as Construction Management or Building Surveying.
• Relevant professional qualifications such as SMSTS.
• A valid CSCS card.

Package:

• Salary up to £70,000
• Company car/car allowance
• Bonus Scheme
• Holidays
• Pension