Contracts Manager - Repairs and Maintenance

Fraser Edwards Recruitment is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Repairs and Maintenance Contracts Manager with a specialised focus on managing sub-contractors for our social housing client in South East London. 

This pivotal role is integral to ensuring the safety, well-being, and quality of service for tenants and leaseholders. Serving as a cornerstone in the operational framework, this position requires a deep understanding of the intricate dynamics involved in maintaining and improving the living conditions of a large and diverse resident population. By effectively coordinating with sub-contractors, you'll ensure the delivery of timely, cost-effective, and high-quality repair and maintenance services. Your leadership will be critical in driving the strategic vision of maintenance operations, maintaining compliance with all regulatory requirements, and fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

If you're a Repairs and Maintenance Supervisor Assistant Contract Manager looking to progress, this could be your ideal next step. This role offers a robust platform to elevate your career while making a tangible impact on the lives of residents. You will be stepping into a multifaceted position where your extensive experience and advanced skills will be crucial in shaping high-quality maintenance standards. Engage in a leadership capacity, drive key strategic initiatives, and develop innovative solutions to continually enhance service delivery across various maintenance and repairs projects.

Role Overview:

As the Repairs and Maintenance Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for leading the delivery of complex contract management processes, ensuring they align with stringent regulatory and organisational requirements. This role demands a deep and comprehensive understanding of procurement, contracts, and maintenance within the housing sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the Competent Person for maintenance, overseeing and streamlining efficient contract management processes.
• Strategically manage relationships with sub-contractors and suppliers, ensuring strict adherence to maintenance standards and contractual obligations.
• Deputise for senior management, providing leadership and ensuring robust governance structures and compliance.
• Drive continuous innovation within contract management, seeking out and implementing improvements in service delivery and maintenance practices.
• Exhibit exemplary leadership, effectively managing diverse teams and communicating with a broad range of stakeholders at all levels.

Skills and Experience Required:

• Proven experience in advanced contract management and maintenance, ideally within the housing sector.
• Strong and comprehensive understanding of procurement processes and contract law.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to manage complex teams and present to various high-level stakeholders.
• A proactive approach to innovation and continuous improvement, with a track record of implementing successful initiatives