Contracts Manager (Repairs)

  • Construction Jobs
  • Maidstone, Kent
  • Jul 23, 2020
Permanent Construction Contracts Manager Management Architect & Design Property

Job Description

Contracts Manager (Repairs) Maidstone, Kent £56,000 Background Our client is excited to be setting out their next chapter. They have grown significantly over the past few years, building quality homes and investing in their local communities. Their ambition is to be the landlord of choice in Maidstone and mid Kent therefore they recognise that they need to continue to focus and strengthen their foundations to ensure their buildings are safe and they provide an excellent customer experience. Following the launch of their new Corporate Plan and Operations Service Strategy, now is an exciting time to be joining them. You will be part of a newly structured Property team in their Operations directorate and play a key role in shaping their future. What you'll be doing As Contracts Manager, you will manage the contracts in the Property department through the contract management framework. You will have responsibility for the application of excellent governance across all contracts, ensuring they are effective, responsive, deliver value for money and are compliant with best practice, regulatory and statutory requirements. You will be the point of contact for the response repair, voids and planned work contracts. You will lead on contract relationship management with contractors, consultants, customers, and stakeholders. More about you. What can you bring? They are looking for an individual that has a clear focus on performance – managing colleagues effectively, developing and growing the people around you. You will be driven, collaborative, a team player and want to do the right thing and do it to a high standard. You will have extensive experience in the delivery of planned and responsive maintenance services and property investment. You will have commercial awareness and experience of robust contract management. When and where you'll be doing it You will enjoy a 37 hour working week and earn an annual salary of circa £56,000 dependent upon your knowledge, skills and experience. Our client’s head office is in central Maidstone where you will be based in their new modern and bright office space which offers creative, collaborative and flexible ways of working. What will you get in return? Creating an environment which enables their people to thrive is crucial for them and their Total Reward package goes beyond your salary, designed to support you throughout your working life here. You’ll get: * 28 days annual leave per year (plus bank holidays) * Company Pension contribution and life assurance * Flexible Benefits including health cash plan, additional holiday purchase, cycle to work scheme, onsite gym, retail discounts and more. * An annual Wellbeing Fund Closing Date: Monday 10 August at Midnight Interviews: w/c Monday 17 August