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Contracts Manager – Council Frameworks
£70,000–£80,000 + package
North London
Are you a Contracts Manager looking to take ownership of a long-term, high-value framework? This is a rare opportunity to lead a major partnership with a major Council, with full autonomy and a chance to lead from the front?
The Company
Our client is one of the fastest-growing social housing contractors in the UK. Known for delivering high-quality residential and education refurbishment projects, they are now the sole contractor appointed to deliver works across one of London’s largest frameworks.
With approx. £2–3 million of work per year – consisting of individual projects ranging from £10k to £500k – this is a prime opportunity to lead from the front and build something substantial.
The Opportunity
This is a partnering contract with a Local Council. You’ll be the dedicated Contracts Manager overseeing a wide range of structural, external, roofing and fabric repairs – managing live projects and shaping the future of the framework. With the right performance, you’ll have a direct path to step up into an Operations Manager role.
Key responsibilities
Full ownership of the framework, managing projects from pre-start through to completion
Overseeing multiple external and structural refurbishment schemes across the Borough
Managing delivery teams, commercial input and supply chain performance
Liaising directly with council stakeholders under a partnering model
P&L responsibility across all projects within the framework
Ensuring H&S, resident liaison, quality and client satisfaction are always prioritised The work involves:
External brickwork and concrete fabric repairs
DOFF cleaning and façade treatment
Window and door replacements
FRA works – including communal fire doors, loft partitions and fire stopping
Roofing – both pitched and flat systems
Liquid waterproofing (balconies/walkways)
Balcony balustrade replacements
Landscaping and cast iron RWG replacements
External decorations and general fabric repairs Ideal candidate:
Strong background in external/social housing refurbishment, ideally on occupied properties
Proven experience managing multiple projects/contracts (£10k–£500k) within a framework model
Able to build trusted relationships with clients and lead from the front
Minimum 5 years’ experience at Contracts Manager level, ideally for a Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractor Qualifications required:
SMSTS
CSCS (Black or Academically Qualified White Card)
First Aid at Work
NVQ Level 6 or 7 in Construction Management (or equivalent)
Asbestos Awareness
MS Projects trained (preferred)
CIOB membership (desirable but not essential) Working set-up:
1 day in our office
1 day per week in the Local Borough office (partnering model)
The rest of the time on-site This is a fantastic opportunity to make a big impact on a long-term framework and take the next step in your leadership journey. You’ll have the support, autonomy and structure to thrive – all within a high-growth, forward-thinking contractor.
To find out more or apply, contact Sam Taylor on (phone number removed) or submit your CV today
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