Concept Building Services, part of Axis CLC, is a specialist maintenance, compliance and refurbishment provider operating across complex and highly regulated environments. Established in 2003, Concept supports clients across Defence, Education, Healthcare and Critical National Infrastructure, delivering safe, compliant solutions from minor repairs through to full-scale building works. Brief overview of the role: As Contracts Manager you will oversee and help manage multiple projects from start through to completion, including the defects period. You will ensure that all works are completed on time, budget and to the highest of standards. You will have good communication skills and be able to negotiate with clients, architects, structural engineers and all staff from site workers to directors, in a professional and fair manner. You will be the first point of contact for the client, design team, site managers, subcontractors, suppliers and the general public for as long as the contract lasts. Health & Safety issues will be a top priority in this role. You will have excellent verbal and written skills and work in line with the company s ISO 9001:2008 Quality Management Systems. What You ll Deliver: As well as the above you will be expected to carry out the following: Overseeing projects from pre-start through to completion, including defects period Production of programme of works for projects including master programmes though to individual work task items. Monitoring and overseeing the site manager and their project, this will include visiting all projects at least once a week. Highlighting any potential problems and proposing solutions to the construction team as well as the design team, if required. Production and presenting of progress reports to the design team and client at monthly progress meeting. Compilation, review, distribution and recording of AIs, RFIs and RVIs issued on projects. Arranging and chairing pre-contract meetings with subcontractors and suppliers; recording and issuing minutes. Checking and signing-off weekly paper work returned from site. Issuing project related information to the design team, subcontractors, site manager, quantity surveyor, etc. and obtaining appropriate comments/approval as required. Issuing, checking and chasing drawings and details sent for approval by subcontractors and suppliers. Planning critical dates with site team for works on projects and organising appropriate labour. Advising and guiding site managers, subcontractors, designers and operatives with work on projects. Production and compilation of project Health & Safety plans, ensuring they are developed with the site manager throughout the life of a project in line with site requirements and current legislation. Ensuring site managers have obtained appropriate H&S information from contractors prior to their works commencing. Reviewing RAMS submitted by contractors and ensuring they comply with the site Construction Phase Health & Safety Plan. Responsibility for agreeing extra works and helping to resolve any disputes which may arise by continual monitoring of subcontractors and suppliers. Carrying out project reviews at the end of each project, with site managers and contracts director, including performance reviews of subcontractors and suppliers. Reporting weekly progress of projects under your control to the Contracts Director. Additional Requirements: Experience in managing others and good leadership / people management skills. Good understanding and technical knowledge of the construction industry, including the ability to read architectural drawings and understand the construction process. The ability to construct accurate and realistic construction programmes. A good knowledge and understanding of the latest Health & Safety legislation and Building Regulations. You should understand all aspects of the contracting process and contract law. In particular working with NEC & JCT contracts. Good commercial sense is imperative. You will also be experienced in decision making CSCS Full UK driving license Asbestos Awareness What We Offer £50k - £60k, 25 days holiday + BH, pension, parking, laptop, mobile, £5k car allowance from day 1 of employment, 6 months notice period Why Axis CLC? Joining Axis CLC means being part of a national organisation that delivers essential services across housing, education, healthcare, defence and commercial property. You ll be joining a team that values reliability, quality and social impact, offering long-term stability, meaningful work and genuine opportunities to grow and progress in your career. Our Commitment to Inclusion Many faces, one Axis CLC. We value diversity and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. If you need any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.
Jun 19, 2026
Full time
Concept Building Services, part of Axis CLC, is a specialist maintenance, compliance and refurbishment provider operating across complex and highly regulated environments. Established in 2003, Concept supports clients across Defence, Education, Healthcare and Critical National Infrastructure, delivering safe, compliant solutions from minor repairs through to full-scale building works. Brief overview of the role: As Contracts Manager you will oversee and help manage multiple projects from start through to completion, including the defects period. You will ensure that all works are completed on time, budget and to the highest of standards. You will have good communication skills and be able to negotiate with clients, architects, structural engineers and all staff from site workers to directors, in a professional and fair manner. You will be the first point of contact for the client, design team, site managers, subcontractors, suppliers and the general public for as long as the contract lasts. Health & Safety issues will be a top priority in this role. You will have excellent verbal and written skills and work in line with the company s ISO 9001:2008 Quality Management Systems. What You ll Deliver: As well as the above you will be expected to carry out the following: Overseeing projects from pre-start through to completion, including defects period Production of programme of works for projects including master programmes though to individual work task items. Monitoring and overseeing the site manager and their project, this will include visiting all projects at least once a week. Highlighting any potential problems and proposing solutions to the construction team as well as the design team, if required. Production and presenting of progress reports to the design team and client at monthly progress meeting. Compilation, review, distribution and recording of AIs, RFIs and RVIs issued on projects. Arranging and chairing pre-contract meetings with subcontractors and suppliers; recording and issuing minutes. Checking and signing-off weekly paper work returned from site. Issuing project related information to the design team, subcontractors, site manager, quantity surveyor, etc. and obtaining appropriate comments/approval as required. Issuing, checking and chasing drawings and details sent for approval by subcontractors and suppliers. Planning critical dates with site team for works on projects and organising appropriate labour. Advising and guiding site managers, subcontractors, designers and operatives with work on projects. Production and compilation of project Health & Safety plans, ensuring they are developed with the site manager throughout the life of a project in line with site requirements and current legislation. Ensuring site managers have obtained appropriate H&S information from contractors prior to their works commencing. Reviewing RAMS submitted by contractors and ensuring they comply with the site Construction Phase Health & Safety Plan. Responsibility for agreeing extra works and helping to resolve any disputes which may arise by continual monitoring of subcontractors and suppliers. Carrying out project reviews at the end of each project, with site managers and contracts director, including performance reviews of subcontractors and suppliers. Reporting weekly progress of projects under your control to the Contracts Director. Additional Requirements: Experience in managing others and good leadership / people management skills. Good understanding and technical knowledge of the construction industry, including the ability to read architectural drawings and understand the construction process. The ability to construct accurate and realistic construction programmes. A good knowledge and understanding of the latest Health & Safety legislation and Building Regulations. You should understand all aspects of the contracting process and contract law. In particular working with NEC & JCT contracts. Good commercial sense is imperative. You will also be experienced in decision making CSCS Full UK driving license Asbestos Awareness What We Offer £50k - £60k, 25 days holiday + BH, pension, parking, laptop, mobile, £5k car allowance from day 1 of employment, 6 months notice period Why Axis CLC? Joining Axis CLC means being part of a national organisation that delivers essential services across housing, education, healthcare, defence and commercial property. You ll be joining a team that values reliability, quality and social impact, offering long-term stability, meaningful work and genuine opportunities to grow and progress in your career. Our Commitment to Inclusion Many faces, one Axis CLC. We value diversity and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. If you need any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.
Axis CLC is a national property maintenance and compliance partner, delivering essential repairs, refurbishment and building safety services to keep the UK s homes and public buildings operating at their best. We combine nationwide capability with strong regional delivery, trusted by housing providers, local authorities and public-sector clients across the country. We are now seeking an experienced Partnership / Business Development Manager to own and grow a regional portfolio, winning, retaining and expanding contracts across the North. You will develop a high-quality pipeline, build senior client relationships, drive pre-construction activity, and convert opportunities into profitable, sustainable work. This role will be based from our Newcastle office, with regular travel across the region to meet clients and partners. We also offer the flexibility of hybrid working, aligned to business needs. What you ll deliver Growth: Build and maintain a qualified pipeline across the North; meet quarterly pipeline and order-intake targets. Retention & expansion: Protect key accounts and deliver growth plans across repairs, planned, compliance and retrofit. Client advocacy: Enhance client satisfaction/NPS through structured reviews and rapid escalation handling. Improved win rates: Lead early capture, opportunity shaping and price/quality alignment with Operational and Commercial teams. Market visibility: Strengthen Axis CLC s profile with frameworks, consortia and sector bodies; support Marketing with events and sector content. Key Responsibilities Client & Account Management Map stakeholders and decision-makers; develop multi-level relationships across asset, repairs, sustainability and procurement. Drive pre-tender engagement and secure framework positions. Opportunity Development Manage the pipeline (CRM) from early engagement to award, ensuring nothing is missed and priorities focus on winnable opportunities. Deliver targeted communications that support proactive business development. Pre-Construction & Bids Shape solutions with Ops and Commercial, including scope, programme, risk, technical approach and internal approvals. Lead capture plans, value propositions, case studies, client presentations and win themes. Support PQQ/ITT submissions with high-quality, accurate content. Commercial Insight Support pricing strategy, benchmarking, KPIs and contract mechanisms including SoRs, open-book and gainshare. Reporting & Market Intelligence Maintain CRM accuracy, contacts, meetings, deal stages and probabilities. Report weekly on pipeline, forecasts, risks and required actions. Track frameworks, procurement routes, competitors and policy trends (e.g., decarbonisation, Net Zero, social value). Collaboration Work cross-functionally with Operations, Commercial, Bids, Marketing, Finance, Compliance and Internal Comms. Experience We re Looking For Strong experience in business development, partnerships or account growth within social housing, property maintenance, construction or FM. Proven track record winning and growing contracts (repairs, planned, compliance, retrofit). Strong commercial acumen (pricing, KPIs, SLAs, risk allocation, SoRs). Excellent stakeholder engagement and presentation skills at all levels. CRM discipline (HubSpot, Salesforce, Dynamics or similar). Full UK driving licence; regional travel required. What We Offer Competitive base salary, plus performance bonus 25 days holiday + bank holidays Pension, medical scheme options and life assurance Car allowance Employee rewards and wellbeing programme Why Axis CLC? You ll be joining a national team with opportunities across a wide range of sectors, from housing and education to healthcare, defence and commercial property. With strong internal career pathways and a culture of developing talent, we offer long-term stability and growth. We re Committed to Inclusion We celebrate and value diversity and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. If you need any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.
Jun 19, 2026
Full time
Axis CLC is a national property maintenance and compliance partner, delivering essential repairs, refurbishment and building safety services to keep the UK s homes and public buildings operating at their best. We combine nationwide capability with strong regional delivery, trusted by housing providers, local authorities and public-sector clients across the country. We are now seeking an experienced Partnership / Business Development Manager to own and grow a regional portfolio, winning, retaining and expanding contracts across the North. You will develop a high-quality pipeline, build senior client relationships, drive pre-construction activity, and convert opportunities into profitable, sustainable work. This role will be based from our Newcastle office, with regular travel across the region to meet clients and partners. We also offer the flexibility of hybrid working, aligned to business needs. What you ll deliver Growth: Build and maintain a qualified pipeline across the North; meet quarterly pipeline and order-intake targets. Retention & expansion: Protect key accounts and deliver growth plans across repairs, planned, compliance and retrofit. Client advocacy: Enhance client satisfaction/NPS through structured reviews and rapid escalation handling. Improved win rates: Lead early capture, opportunity shaping and price/quality alignment with Operational and Commercial teams. Market visibility: Strengthen Axis CLC s profile with frameworks, consortia and sector bodies; support Marketing with events and sector content. Key Responsibilities Client & Account Management Map stakeholders and decision-makers; develop multi-level relationships across asset, repairs, sustainability and procurement. Drive pre-tender engagement and secure framework positions. Opportunity Development Manage the pipeline (CRM) from early engagement to award, ensuring nothing is missed and priorities focus on winnable opportunities. Deliver targeted communications that support proactive business development. Pre-Construction & Bids Shape solutions with Ops and Commercial, including scope, programme, risk, technical approach and internal approvals. Lead capture plans, value propositions, case studies, client presentations and win themes. Support PQQ/ITT submissions with high-quality, accurate content. Commercial Insight Support pricing strategy, benchmarking, KPIs and contract mechanisms including SoRs, open-book and gainshare. Reporting & Market Intelligence Maintain CRM accuracy, contacts, meetings, deal stages and probabilities. Report weekly on pipeline, forecasts, risks and required actions. Track frameworks, procurement routes, competitors and policy trends (e.g., decarbonisation, Net Zero, social value). Collaboration Work cross-functionally with Operations, Commercial, Bids, Marketing, Finance, Compliance and Internal Comms. Experience We re Looking For Strong experience in business development, partnerships or account growth within social housing, property maintenance, construction or FM. Proven track record winning and growing contracts (repairs, planned, compliance, retrofit). Strong commercial acumen (pricing, KPIs, SLAs, risk allocation, SoRs). Excellent stakeholder engagement and presentation skills at all levels. CRM discipline (HubSpot, Salesforce, Dynamics or similar). Full UK driving licence; regional travel required. What We Offer Competitive base salary, plus performance bonus 25 days holiday + bank holidays Pension, medical scheme options and life assurance Car allowance Employee rewards and wellbeing programme Why Axis CLC? You ll be joining a national team with opportunities across a wide range of sectors, from housing and education to healthcare, defence and commercial property. With strong internal career pathways and a culture of developing talent, we offer long-term stability and growth. We re Committed to Inclusion We celebrate and value diversity and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. If you need any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.
Axis, part of Axis CLC, is a trusted property services specialist delivering responsive repairs, planned works, refurbishments and voids services across the UK. Backed by over 110 years of combined experience and the wider strength of Axis CLC, operating from 23 UK offices and employing more than 2,500 people nationwide, we support housing providers and public sector clients with high-quality maintenance and compliance services that help keep residents safe, properties well maintained and communities supported. The Role We are recruiting several experienced and versatile Multi Traders to support our long-term partnership with Southern Housing, one of the UK's largest and most respected housing providers, covering Hastings and the surrounding areas. In this role, you'll help deliver reactive repairs and maintenance across thousands of homes, ensuring residents live in properties that are safe, comfortable and well maintained. You'll be supported by modern digital systems that keep work flowing efficiently and give you everything you need to deliver a first-class service. Responsibilities Carry out a wide range of property repairs and maintenance works to a high standard Undertake carpentry repairs and basic joinery works Complete minor plumbing repairs and installations Carry out patch plastering, tiling and decorating repairs where required Support with a broad range of general property maintenance duties Work effectively both independently and within a team Ensure all work meets safety, quality and customer service standards About You Strong multi-trade experience across a range of maintenance disciplines Competent in carpentry, plumbing, patch plastering and general building repairs Ability to diagnose faults and deliver effective repairs Good problem-solving skills and strong attention to detail Experience working in tenanted properties Familiar with PDA usage Additional trade qualifications are advantageous NVQ or City & Guilds Level 2 minimum in a relevant trade Clean, valid UK driving licence DBS check (or willingness to undertake) Eligible to work in the UK (proof required) Professional, customer-focused presentation What We Offer Salary up to 38,000 depending upon experience Company vehicle and fuel card (business use) Pension and life assurance 23 days' holiday + bank holidays Perkbox (free coffees, cinema tickets, discounts & more) 1 paid volunteer day each year 2,000 refer-a-friend bonus after the referee passes probation Opportunities for development and progression across Axis CLC Why Axis CLC? Joining Axis CLC means being part of a national organisation that delivers essential services across housing, education, healthcare, defence and commercial property. You'll be joining a team that values reliability, quality and social impact, offering long-term stability, meaningful work and genuine opportunities to grow and progress in your career. Our Commitment to Inclusion Many faces, one Axis CLC. We value diversity and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. If you need any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.
Jun 14, 2026
Full time
Axis, part of Axis CLC, is a trusted property services specialist delivering responsive repairs, planned works, refurbishments and voids services across the UK. Backed by over 110 years of combined experience and the wider strength of Axis CLC, operating from 23 UK offices and employing more than 2,500 people nationwide, we support housing providers and public sector clients with high-quality maintenance and compliance services that help keep residents safe, properties well maintained and communities supported. The Role We are recruiting several experienced and versatile Multi Traders to support our long-term partnership with Southern Housing, one of the UK's largest and most respected housing providers, covering Hastings and the surrounding areas. In this role, you'll help deliver reactive repairs and maintenance across thousands of homes, ensuring residents live in properties that are safe, comfortable and well maintained. You'll be supported by modern digital systems that keep work flowing efficiently and give you everything you need to deliver a first-class service. Responsibilities Carry out a wide range of property repairs and maintenance works to a high standard Undertake carpentry repairs and basic joinery works Complete minor plumbing repairs and installations Carry out patch plastering, tiling and decorating repairs where required Support with a broad range of general property maintenance duties Work effectively both independently and within a team Ensure all work meets safety, quality and customer service standards About You Strong multi-trade experience across a range of maintenance disciplines Competent in carpentry, plumbing, patch plastering and general building repairs Ability to diagnose faults and deliver effective repairs Good problem-solving skills and strong attention to detail Experience working in tenanted properties Familiar with PDA usage Additional trade qualifications are advantageous NVQ or City & Guilds Level 2 minimum in a relevant trade Clean, valid UK driving licence DBS check (or willingness to undertake) Eligible to work in the UK (proof required) Professional, customer-focused presentation What We Offer Salary up to 38,000 depending upon experience Company vehicle and fuel card (business use) Pension and life assurance 23 days' holiday + bank holidays Perkbox (free coffees, cinema tickets, discounts & more) 1 paid volunteer day each year 2,000 refer-a-friend bonus after the referee passes probation Opportunities for development and progression across Axis CLC Why Axis CLC? Joining Axis CLC means being part of a national organisation that delivers essential services across housing, education, healthcare, defence and commercial property. You'll be joining a team that values reliability, quality and social impact, offering long-term stability, meaningful work and genuine opportunities to grow and progress in your career. Our Commitment to Inclusion Many faces, one Axis CLC. We value diversity and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. If you need any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.
