Contracts Manager

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Birmingham
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£61,000 / year
CATEGORY
Construction
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SKILLS

Contract Management Social Housing Maintenance Budget Management KPI Management Health & Safety Compliance Leadership IT Literacy Driving Licence (UK)

FULL DESCRIPTION

Contracts Manager

Location: Birmingham, West Midlands
Salary: Up to £61,000 per annum + £5,000 car allowance
Type: Permanent
Posted: 24/04/2026

The Role

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Contracts Manager to lead the delivery of multiple housing maintenance contracts. You will be responsible for driving operational performance, ensuring compliance, and delivering high-quality services across reactive, planned, and disrepair works.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the delivery of multiple repairs and maintenance contracts
  • Manage operatives and subcontractors to achieve KPIs and service standards
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, residents, and stakeholders
  • Oversee contract performance, financial outcomes, and customer satisfaction
  • Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation and regulatory standards
  • Monitor quality through site inspections and performance reviews
  • Manage resources, workflow, and programming efficiently
  • Oversee variations, valuations, and financial reporting
  • Support commercial forecasting and profitability reviews
  • Lead, mentor, and develop operational teams

About You

  • Proven experience as a Contracts Manager or Project Manager within social housing or property maintenance
  • Strong technical understanding of repairs and maintenance operations
  • Experience managing budgets, KPIs, and multi-disciplinary teams
  • Knowledge of Health & Safety and compliance standards (IOSH/SMSTS/CSCS desirable)
  • Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills
  • IT literate with experience using management and reporting systems
  • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel
  • DBS

Why Apply

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established organisation delivering essential services within the housing sector. The role offers long-term stability, meaningful work, and the chance to progress within a business that values professional development and internal growth.

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