Business Manager

  • Build Recruitment
  • Sleaford, Lincolnshire
  • 05/03/2026
Full time Real Estate

Job Description

An established national property services contractor operating within the social housing sector is seeking an experienced Business Manager to lead responsive maintenance operations across the East Midlands.

This is a senior leadership role responsible for the performance, profitability and delivery of multiple housing maintenance contracts, working closely with housing associations and local authorities.

You will take ownership of the region, leading operational teams, maintaining key client relationships and ensuring contracts are delivered safely, efficiently and profitably.

The Role
  • Lead delivery of responsive repairs and maintenance contracts across the region

  • Take responsibility for regional P&L performance, forecasting and financial management

  • Manage and support Contract Managers and operational delivery teams

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with housing associations and local authorities

  • Drive operational performance, service quality and customer satisfaction

  • Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and protect margin across contracts

About You
  • Strong experience within social housing repairs, maintenance or property services

  • Experience managing multiple contracts or regional operations

  • Commercially minded with experience overseeing budgets or P&L performance

  • Proven ability to lead operational teams and manage client relationships

Package & Benefits

Alongside a competitive salary of up to £80,000, the successful candidate will benefit from a comprehensive package designed to reward performance and support long-term career development:

  • Company profit share scheme

  • Enhanced pension contributions (up to 7%) or optional savings scheme

  • Private healthcare, life assurance and income protection cover

  • Flexible holiday options, including the ability to buy or sell annual leave

  • Annual salary reviews and clear progression opportunities

  • Ongoing training, leadership development and career progression

This is an opportunity to join a well-established contractor with a strong reputation in the housing sector and take ownership of a key region with genuine autonomy and long-term career progression.