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Job Title: Contract Manager Salary: Up to 60,000 Contract: Permanent Location: Essex Role Overview We are seeking an experienced and driven Contract Manager to oversee the delivery of social housing maintenance contracts across Essex. This role is responsible for managing both planned works programmes and day-to-day responsive repairs, ensuring high-quality service delivery, client satisfaction, and commercial performance. You will act as the key operational lead, managing teams, subcontractors, and client relationships while ensuring compliance with all contractual, regulatory, and health & safety requirements. Key Responsibilities Manage the delivery of social housing contracts across Essex, covering planned works (e.g. kitchens, bathrooms, roofing, cyclical programmes) and day-to-day responsive repairs, ensuring all works meet KPIs, SLAs, quality standards, and deadlines. Act as the main client interface, building strong relationships with housing associations and local authorities, leading review meetings, and handling escalations to maintain high levels of client and resident satisfaction. Take full commercial responsibility for contracts, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, subcontractor management, valuations, and identifying opportunities for additional works and contract growth. Lead and manage operational teams (supervisors, site managers, operatives), ensuring effective resource planning, performance management, and a strong culture focused on safety, quality, and customer service. Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety legislation and company policies, overseeing risk assessments, audits, and site standards while promoting a proactive safety culture. Monitor and drive performance through KPIs such as response times, completion rates, and right-first-time delivery, implementing continuous improvements where necessary. If this opportunity is of interest to you, we would love to hear from you - please apply today.

This North London Authority are looking for a Housing Repairs Operations Manager . Details of the role are: • Ability to engage, coach and motivate teams and set clear targets and expectations • Demonstrable experience of leading and managing technical staff • Experience of managing and controlling Mechanical and Electrical programmes and delivering successful outcomes • Significant experience managing high value responsive repairs contracts, responsible for commercial and service quality objectives • Experience in designing and implementing sustainable change and improvement programmes aimed at trade-based operatives that drive engagement and empowerment • Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations pertaining to landlord asset activities. • Passion for driving excellence in performance and delivering outstanding results. For more information or details of other roles, please contact Jade at Social Care Locums or visit our website to upload your CV.

Contract Manager North London Full-time Permanent Full UK Driving Licence Required About the Role We re currently partnering with a well-established and growing contractor to recruit an experienced Contract Manager to lead their Day-to-Day Repairs (DTD) service across North London. This is a key leadership position overseeing a busy, high-volume operation with an annual turnover of approximately £5m . It s an excellent opportunity for someone looking to step into a role where they can genuinely influence performance, service delivery, and team culture. Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of a high-performing Day-to-Day Repairs service Manage a large, multi-trade workforce including supervisors, operatives, administrators, and subcontractors Ensure KPIs, SLAs, quality standards, and health & safety requirements are consistently achieved Take ownership of commercial performance, using Schedule of Rates (SOR) for effective cost control Drive operational efficiency, productivity, and customer satisfaction About You Proven experience in a similar Contract Manager role within repairs, maintenance, or social housing Strong leadership experience managing both direct labour and subcontractors Solid commercial awareness, including experience with SOR Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills Highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment Full UK driving licence What s on Offer £55,000 - £62,000 salary per annum Company vehicle or car allowance Clear progression opportunities into senior operational roles If you re an experienced Contract Manager looking for your next challenge or highly experienced Supervisor looking for their next step up, we d be keen to discuss this opportunity with you in more detail. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation

Contract Manager - Repairs & Voids Location: South London Salary: 60,000 per annum Sector: Social Housing Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent Overview We are working in partnership with a leading housing association to recruit an experienced Contract Manager to oversee repairs and voids operations across their South London portfolio. This is a critical role responsible for ensuring high-quality service delivery, strong contractor performance, and excellent resident satisfaction. The Role As Contract Manager, you will take ownership of repairs and voids contracts, managing contractor relationships and driving performance against KPIs. You will play a key role in ensuring properties are maintained to a high standard and void turnaround times are minimised, supporting the organisation's commitment to safe, quality housing. Key Responsibilities Manage end-to-end delivery of repairs and voids contracts across a defined patch Monitor contractor performance against SLAs, KPIs, and compliance standards Lead on contract mobilisation, performance reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives Ensure void properties are turned around efficiently to minimise rental loss Work closely with internal teams including asset management, housing operations, and finance Manage budgets, forecasts, and cost control across contracts Handle escalations, complex complaints, and stakeholder engagement Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations and statutory requirements Candidate Profile Proven experience managing repairs and/or voids contracts within social housing or a similar environment Strong commercial acumen with experience in contract management and supplier performance Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Data-driven approach with the ability to analyse performance metrics and drive improvements Good understanding of housing regulations, compliance, and health & safety standards Experience managing budgets and delivering value for money What's on Offer Competitive salary of 60,000 Opportunity to work with a large, reputable housing association Strong career progression opportunities Collaborative and purpose-driven working environment Comprehensive benefits package Apply Now If you are an experienced Contract Manager looking to make a meaningful impact in social housing, we would love to hear from you. Please get in touch for a confidential discussion.

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. The Small Works Contracts Manager will oversee projects across the Midlands region, conducting site visits to survey required works, preparing and submitting quotations, and coordinating the successful delivery of all awarded jobs. What You ll Deliver Various projects ranging from £500 up to £50,000 and above Manages the full contract lifecycle from drafting to close-out Tendering. Client liaison. Site operative and sub-contractor liaison. About you Ensures contracts align with business objectives and minimize risk Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and company requirements Industry experience (construction, IT, government, healthcare, Education, public sector) Risk and compliance management Stakeholder engagement Analytical and problem-solving skills Time and priority management What We Offer £50,000 base salary Car allowance Pension, medical scheme options and life assurance 25 days holiday + bank holidays Perkbox (discounts, perks & wellbeing offers) 1 paid volunteer day £2000 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.

Axis, part of Axis CLC, is a trusted property services specialist delivering responsive repairs, planned works, refurbishments and voids services. We employ more than 1,500 people and support over 250 clients across London and the Southeast. Backed by over 110 years of combined experience across the Axis CLC group, we help keep residents safe, properties well maintained and clients fully compliant. The Role We re looking for a compassionate and organised Resident Liaison Officer (RLO) to join our team, based from our Canterbury office with travel to sites across the region. As the key link between our delivery teams and residents, you ll help ensure communication is clear, respectful and inclusive throughout planned maintenance and refurbishment works. Site compound environment. You ll play a vital role in supporting residents, particularly those who may be vulnerable or require additional assistance, so that works are delivered safely, smoothly and with minimal disruption. Responsibilities Act as the primary point of contact for residents throughout the works programme. Arrange and attend resident consultation meetings, home visits, and pre-start appointments. Provide clear, timely and empathetic updates on progress, schedules, access requirements and changes. Handle concerns, complaints and queries professionally, ensuring resident satisfaction. Maintain accurate records of resident interactions, feedback and agreed actions. Identify and support vulnerable residents, including those with additional needs or dementia, ensuring reasonable adjustments are made. Collaborate closely with site managers, operatives and client representatives to support smooth project delivery. Ensure all communication and documentation aligns with health & safety, legal and client requirements. About You Experience within social housing, refurbishment or retrofit works would be highly beneficial. Strong written and verbal communication skills Demonstrable track record of staying with previous employers for reasonable durations (we are looking for stability and commitment) Comfortable working from a site compound/welfare environment. Willing and able to travel around Canterbury to hand-deliver letters, carry outdoor knocks etc. Experience arranging appointments for multiple trades and managing access for works. Competent in Microsoft Excel (maintaining trackers for PIBIs, installs and programme booking). Organised. Positive, professional, and resilient in dealing with residents. Able to carry out pre-condition reports before works commence. Working from home may be permitted depending on project needs but must be agreed in advance this is primarily a site-based role. Full UK driving licence (essential). What We Offer A competitive salary package £30,000 - £35,000 per annum + car allowance Pension scheme and life assurance 25 days holiday + bank holidays Perkbox (discounts, perks & wellbeing offers) 1 paid volunteer day £2000 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.

Assistant Contracts Manager - Social Housing - Repairs and Maintenance Up to 50k plus package - Permanent Based in Thame Our client is an innovative, and award winning Social Housing Repairs & Maintenance Contractor who are looking for a Assistant Contract Manager to join their team based in Thame. The key function of this role is to manage the team of Supervisors and trades delivering the repairs and voids service, ensuring a high quality and commercially focused service is delivered. Key Responsibilities Additional duties include: To lead and ensure the efficient management of the reactive repairs and maintenance of our client's properties, ensuring these properties meet the required housing and quality standards, whilst maximising resident satisfaction and contributing to business performance and financial strength. Ensure that all activities undertaken meet the client's business objectives, turnaround times and other key performance indicators and work/ quality standards. Develop and maintain procedures for responding quickly and effectively to complaints and enquiries from members and customers. Maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders, clients, contractors and residents, whilst promoting and championing our client's values and standards at all times. Deal with escalations of complaints including disrepairs and Environmental Health Notices (EHN). To effectively manage a maintenance budget and authorise spends up to agreed levels whilst maximising cost effectiveness and having regard for financial strength. Ensure compliance of the day to day or void teams in respect of governance and adherence to the relevant statutory and regulatory provisions, including health & safety. Please apply online or call Mia on (phone number removed).

Niyaa People are delighted to be working alongside a Tier 1 contractor, to source a Commercial Manager on a permanent basis in the West Midlands. You will be part of a new team managing a Repairs & Maintenance contract for one of their housing clients. This role is critical to the commercial success of the business, with responsibility for commercial performance, governance and team leadership across a diverse portfolio of responsive works. If you have experience within repairs and maintenance, working for tier 1 contractor and managing social housing clients, I want to speak with you. Commercial Manager Key Responsibilities: Provide strong commercial leadership across responsive maintenance contracts Contracts include repairs & maintenance, external repairs and gas Full responsibility for cost control, forecasting, valuations, variations and final accounts Work closely with Operations to support efficient and profitable service delivery Ensure robust commercial governance and adherence to company procedures Support the management of risk, change control and margin protection Drive continuous improvement across commercial processes and performance Commercial Manager requirements: Proven experience in a Commercial Manager role within social housing Strong background in responsive repairs and maintenance Experience covering internal, external, heating and compliance workstreams Demonstrable experience managing and developing a commercial team High level of commercial acumen with strong understanding of cost, risk and value To register your interest in the Commercial Manager position, click apply now, or call Kane on (phone number removed).

Contracts Manager Enfield £60k Van and fuel card/Car Allowance Repairs and Maintenance Build Recruitment are proud to be representing a leading social housing contractor based around the London area who are looking for a highly skilled Contracts Manager to join their team overseeing Reactive and Legal Disrepair Repairs. Responsibilities: Experience of managing contracts, overseeing direct labour and supply chain models and implementing efficiencies Managing site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to uphold standards and performance. Ensuring full compliance with health, safety, and environmental legislation Monitoring KPIs and ensuring quality control throughout each stage of delivery Collaborating closely with commercial teams to maximise project profitability Procurement experience Key Knowledge: SMSTS 5 Years experience working for a maintenance/main contractor Leadership experience Good data interrogation skills Valid driving licence Competent use in Microsoft Project and Microsoft Excel Trackers Excellent client engagement skills Excellent Health and Safety Awareness Excellent people skills and the ability to drive performance from your team of staff If this sounds like a role that suits your profile, then feel free to get in touch with Ryan Smart on (phone number removed)

Electrician Frome Bath Bristol 38,000 + 40,000 + Company Van + Fuel Card + Testers + Overtime 1.5x + 28 Days Holidays + Birthday off + Pension + Training and Development + Progression to Senior Roles Are you looking for clear progression opportunities to become a Lead Engineer? Do you want training and development that will support you into renewables and EV charging in the future? My client is a well-established property and building maintenance company, specialising in electrical works across social housing, commercial projects, and street works. Established over 19 years ago, the business has grown steadily to a team of 60, achieving a turnover of 2.3M last year and on track for 4M this year. With strong growth plans ahead, they are now looking to expand their electrical team with a skilled and motivated Electrician. As an Electrician, you'll be working on a variety of sites, from domestic properties to commercial contracts. Your day-to-day will include inspection, testing, remedials, fuse board changes, rewires, and installs - with opportunities to get involved in specialist works like alarms, door entry systems, and floodlighting. Looking forward, you'll also have the chance to be part of exciting projects in renewables, retrofit, and EV chargers as the company diversifies. The ideal person will be customer-focused, professional, and a strong team player - someone who enjoys delivering quality work and fits well into a close-knit team environment. With progression available to Senior Electrician, QS roles, and opportunities to work on larger projects, this is a role well-suited to someone with ambition and a stable track record who wants to grow long term. The Person: Qualified Electrician with 18th Edition and NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) Experience across testing, remedials, installs, and certification Strong knowledge of maintenance contracts and small works Proactive, professional, and able to deliver excellent customer service Keen to progress and get involved in renewables and larger projects The Role: Multiple sites per day (domestic & commercial) - inspections, testing & repairs Carrying out remedials, fuse board changes, rewires & installations Assessing timescales, materials, and reporting to managers Opportunities to work on alarms, entry systems, floodlighting & renewables Reference Number: (phone number removed) To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Maleek Randley at Rise Technical Recruitment. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Disrepair Surveyor - FOUR POSITIONS AVAILABLE Public Sector - Local Authority Full Time - Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm Temporary Role - 3 months with possible extension and/or permanent role Hybrid Working - 4 days on site and 1 day at home 350 per day Umbrella IR35 Status: Inside ASAP Start You MUST have the following in order to be considered: A Full UK driving licence Access to a vehicle (if you do not have this, the council use the Zip car scheme that you may be able to use (depending on availability) Job Description Reports to Disrepair Manager within busy and high-profile Disrepair Team Surveying properties, specifying disrepair works and raising orders to contractors Project managing disrepair works from commencement to completion Undertaking pre-inspections, works in progress inspections and post-inspections Managing contractors and monitoring their performance Monitoring Health & Safety compliance Liaising with and supporting tenants throughout disrepair works Coordinating and overseeing temporary decants Collaborating with stakeholders, such as Legal and Tenancy teams Role Requirements Disrepair experience preferred, but not required - training will be provided Proven track record of property maintenance experience Strong technical knowledge Major repairs project management experience preferred Experience of working in Social Housing sector preferred Good understanding of Health and Safety legislation in relation to property maintenance Excellent communication and customer service skills Proficient in Outlook, however, Teams, Excel, SharePoint and systems training will be provided Strong commercial awareness Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)

Role: Estimator (Property Services) Location: Home based with access to regional offices Salary: up to 90k plus package and benefits Howells Solutions are working with a leading National Contractor to recruit a Estimator to take responsibility for pricing winning planned maintenance / decent homes tenders for housing associations, local councils and RSL's. Working alongside the Bid Team and Commercial team, you will manage the pricing programme on multiple bids, working to the individual timescale required of each bid. My client will also consider Assistant Estimators looking for the next step in their career or Quantity Surveyors looking to move into Estimating. Estimator Responsibilities: Undertake the preparation of tenders/bids/budget proposals allocated by the Head of Bids & Commercial Director for presentation to the relevant directors for final settlement. Provide all information necessary for inclusion within the written bid submission. Liaise with subcontractors/suppliers to obtain competitive/accurate quotations for specialist elements of the works. Visit prospective projects to verify information contained within clients contract documentation and obtain any further information required to produce the tender. Liaise with the Programme Manager to ensure all necessary information is provided for the production of the final tender programme. Attend pre-contract handover meetings, all necessary bid meetings and client meetings as requested throughout the tender process. Estimator Experience: You will have a proven track record of producing the commercial pricing for multi million bid submissions working within Social Housing Planned Maintenance / Decent Homes markets / Reactive Repairs Markets Knowledge of system estimating software Schedule of rates experiencel Preparation of notes and clarifications for tender submissions Demonstrate ability in the pricing of tender preliminaries Ability to resource the tender through in-depth experience of Supply Chain capacity Stable career history Estimator Salary & Benefits: You will be working for a modern, forward thinking business; that believes the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the group's success. This is a permanent, full time role for which you will receive a highly competitive salary and benefits package. You will be part of a stable business with ambitious growth plans over the next 5 years. Applications If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more please apply online today attaching a copy of your current CV. Alternatively contact us on (phone number removed). Howells are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence. Howells acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies.

The client is a fast-growing organisation delivering high-quality construction and maintenance services across the social housing sector. We are seeking an experienced Commercial Operations Manager who has excellent management experience with Labour, sub contractors and with SOR codes, so schedule of rates for various social housing, commercial and local authorities. Our work spans reactive repairs, planned maintenance programmes, and property refurbishments. As we continue to expand, we are looking for motivated and experienced professional to join our team and help us maintain our reputation for reliability, efficiency, and excellent service delivery. Key responsibilities: Quote Production Using SOR Codes: Prepare and manage detailed job quotations using Schedule of Rates (SOR) codes, ensuring accuracy, cost-efficiency, and adherence to client specifications and contract requirements. Quote Review & Approvals: Review and approve all submitted quotes, verifying scope, pricing, materials, and labour requirements. Ensure quotes align with budget targets, contractual obligations, and operational capacity. Work Order & Job Lifecycle Management : Oversee the end-to-end process of job delivery from quote acceptance to completion, ensuring all tasks are completed on time, to specification, and within budget. Job Completion & Quality Assurance: Ensure all job completion forms and documentation are accurately completed, filed, and audited. Monitor workmanship and service quality through spot checks and client feedback. Health & Safety Oversight: Implement and enforce company-wide Health & Safety procedures across all sites. Conduct regular audits, toolbox talks, and ensure risk assessments and method statements (RAMS) are completed and followed. Compliance Monitoring: Maintain compliance with all statutory regulations, industry standards, and client-specific service level agreements (SLAs). Monitor and report on KPIs, ensuring all completed jobs meet legal and contractual obligations. Team Management & Development: Lead and support operational staff, supervisors, and subcontractors. Coordinate onboarding, skills assessments, and ongoing training to ensure workforce capability and performance. Client & Stakeholder Liaison : Act as a primary point of contact for clients regarding operational matters. Attend client meetings, resolve escalations, and ensure customer satisfaction is consistently high. Site Visits & Inspections : Conduct site visits as required to assess progress, ensure compliance, and provide guidance or escalation support. Use findings to drive continuous improvement and performance. Resource & Workflow Coordination : Allocate labour, materials, and equipment efficiently across multiple jobs, ensuring productivity and responsiveness to urgent or reactive maintenance tasks. Reporting & Performance Analysis : Produce regular reports on operational performance, financial targets, completed works, and outstanding issues. Use data insights to identify trends and implement process improvements. Your KPI s that you are accountable to achieve and reviewed in line with your 12 Month Performance Review with your Line Manager are. People/Customer All Direct Reports to be fully competent within their job role and have monthly 121 s and 12-month Performance Review Health & Safety To ensure all Direct Reports receive the necessary training and competency within all their given areas of Health & Safety responsibilities To demonstrate a pro-active leadership role in all aspects of Health & Safety Management Quoting To ensure you achieve all your KPI targets and to evidence at your 12-month performance review, a pro-active leadership style that actively contributes to the yearly P&L performance of the Business Travelling to different sites, so some distances may be up to 2.5 hours. Maybe required to do some site visits at times, there is a team that also can go to various sites as well. Full UK driving licence (essential). SMSTS Ideally Health and Safety Certificate / First aid. What We Offer Competitive salary Supportive management team with opportunities for progression Company vehicle 28 days including bank holidays Pension Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £53,000-£56,000 per year basic Company pension, Holidays Schedule: Monday to Friday Hours - 45 hours per week. 1 in 3 saturdays - day off in lieu in the week. Work Location: On the road Expected start date: 26/08/2025