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Contracts Manager (Worcestershire/Gloucestershire areas), Worcester
Client:
Platform Housing Group Location:
Worcester, United Kingdom Job Category:
Other EU work permit required:
Yes Job Reference:
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9 Posted:
23.01.2025 Expiry Date:
09.03.2025 Job Description:
We are looking for an experienced
Contracts Manager
to lead our Programme and Responsive Repairs delivery teams across the
Worcestershire, Gloucestershire, and Herefordshire areas . This exciting new role is part of our newly established
Capital Investment Team , formed to strengthen our efforts in meeting Platform’s commitment to providing safe, well-maintained homes. As we refine our long-term investment strategy, our focus is on significantly enhancing the quality of our existing housing stock. Our aim is to create an investment team with high levels of professionalism and competency that can deliver best practice in contract management with a strong customer focus across a range of projects ranging from window kitchen and bathroom replacement programs to major refurbishment schemes in high rise blocks. If you're an experienced leader with strong contract and people management skills, and you're looking for a senior role where you can make a real difference, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! Please note that the formal job title for this role is *External Contracts Manager* Some things we need from you: Significant experience in the housing or construction industry with good experience and knowledge of the legal and regulatory framework relevant to programmes of works and maintenance. Experience of successfully managing a team to deliver programmes of maintenance works. Knowledge of Building safety regulations, particularly CDM, asbestos management, site safety management and fire safety requirements. Educated to degree level or equivalent in construction related discipline or significant equivalent experience. Excellent leadership, team building and motivational skills with the ability to support staff including coaching and personal development. It is essential to have a full driving license and the ability to travel throughout our Severn Locality (focusing on the Worcestershire/Gloucestershire/Herefordshire areas). You will also participate in the out-of-hours escalation rota for the Asset team and provide decision making when needed. Some of the great benefits we can offer you: Up to 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) with the opportunity to buy and sell leave. Family friendly policies including generous Paternity, Maternity, Shared Parental and Adoption leave plus 3 days paid Urgent Domestic Leave. Medicash membership for all employees which includes access to an employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership and exclusive discounts. Health Cash Plan worth up to £1700 p/a with cashback for dental, optical, physio and complementary therapies and more. Pension scheme with minimum employee contributions of up to 3% and Platform will contribute up to 12% (inclusive of life assurance and dependent on employee contributions). Learning and Development opportunities. Employee reward and recognition scheme with wellbeing hub and discount from a wide range of retailers. How to apply: If you're passionate about making a difference in affordable homes and communities, we want to hear from you! Click “Apply Now” to submit your online application and upload your CV. Early applications are encouraged, as we will be reviewing submissions throughout the campaign and may close the vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date. We'll be holding interviews for this role via Microsoft Teams, and there will be a presentation question that you can prepare for in advance. Once shortlisted, we will contact you to arrange an interview. For more details about the position, please refer to the attached job description or feel free to reach out to Martin Woods (Head of External Contracts) via email:
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Client:
Platform Housing Group Location:
Worcester, United Kingdom Job Category:
Other EU work permit required:
Yes Job Reference:
d12152890428 Job Views:
9 Posted:
23.01.2025 Expiry Date:
09.03.2025 Job Description:
We are looking for an experienced
Contracts Manager
to lead our Programme and Responsive Repairs delivery teams across the
Worcestershire, Gloucestershire, and Herefordshire areas . This exciting new role is part of our newly established
Capital Investment Team , formed to strengthen our efforts in meeting Platform’s commitment to providing safe, well-maintained homes. As we refine our long-term investment strategy, our focus is on significantly enhancing the quality of our existing housing stock. Our aim is to create an investment team with high levels of professionalism and competency that can deliver best practice in contract management with a strong customer focus across a range of projects ranging from window kitchen and bathroom replacement programs to major refurbishment schemes in high rise blocks. If you're an experienced leader with strong contract and people management skills, and you're looking for a senior role where you can make a real difference, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! Please note that the formal job title for this role is *External Contracts Manager* Some things we need from you: Significant experience in the housing or construction industry with good experience and knowledge of the legal and regulatory framework relevant to programmes of works and maintenance. Experience of successfully managing a team to deliver programmes of maintenance works. Knowledge of Building safety regulations, particularly CDM, asbestos management, site safety management and fire safety requirements. Educated to degree level or equivalent in construction related discipline or significant equivalent experience. Excellent leadership, team building and motivational skills with the ability to support staff including coaching and personal development. It is essential to have a full driving license and the ability to travel throughout our Severn Locality (focusing on the Worcestershire/Gloucestershire/Herefordshire areas). You will also participate in the out-of-hours escalation rota for the Asset team and provide decision making when needed. Some of the great benefits we can offer you: Up to 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) with the opportunity to buy and sell leave. Family friendly policies including generous Paternity, Maternity, Shared Parental and Adoption leave plus 3 days paid Urgent Domestic Leave. Medicash membership for all employees which includes access to an employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership and exclusive discounts. Health Cash Plan worth up to £1700 p/a with cashback for dental, optical, physio and complementary therapies and more. Pension scheme with minimum employee contributions of up to 3% and Platform will contribute up to 12% (inclusive of life assurance and dependent on employee contributions). Learning and Development opportunities. Employee reward and recognition scheme with wellbeing hub and discount from a wide range of retailers. How to apply: If you're passionate about making a difference in affordable homes and communities, we want to hear from you! Click “Apply Now” to submit your online application and upload your CV. Early applications are encouraged, as we will be reviewing submissions throughout the campaign and may close the vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date. We'll be holding interviews for this role via Microsoft Teams, and there will be a presentation question that you can prepare for in advance. Once shortlisted, we will contact you to arrange an interview. For more details about the position, please refer to the attached job description or feel free to reach out to Martin Woods (Head of External Contracts) via email:
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