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 Colleen Murray on (phone number removed) or submit your CV today.
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