Contract Manager
DO CONTRACTS MANAGER_1760684715 Posted: 17/10/2025
Job Title: Contract Manager - Social Housing
Location: South London
Contract Type: Temporary, Ongoing Basis
Daily Rate: Up to £375 per day
Start Date: ASAP
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Contract Manager to oversee and manage social housing contracts for a leading local authority in South London. This temporary ongoing position offers an excellent opportunity to play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality housing services that meet regulatory and client requirements.
As Contract Manager, you will be responsible for managing multiple housing-related service contracts, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, budget control, and delivering value-for-money outcomes for the council and its residents.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Manage the end-to-end delivery of social housing contracts, including repairs, maintenance, voids, and planned works, ensuring adherence to service standards and contractual KPIs
2. Act as the primary point of contact between the local authority and contractors, fostering positive working relationships and resolving contract-related issues promptly
3. Monitor contractor performance through regular audits, site visits, and performance reviews to ensure compliance with health & safety, quality standards, and statutory requirements
4. Oversee financial management of contracts, including budget monitoring, forecasting, and cost control to deliver projects within agreed budgets
5. Lead contract meetings, prepare reports, and present findings and recommendations to senior stakeholders and procurement teams
6. Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to prevent contract breaches or service disruptions
7. Ensure all contract documentation, variations, and compliance records are accurate, up-to-date, and stored according to audit requirements
8. Collaborate with internal departments such as housing, legal, procurement, and finance to support contract governance and continuous improvement initiatives
9. Support the council's strategic objectives for social housing by driving innovation, efficiency, and resident satisfaction through effective contract management
Requirements:
10. Proven experience managing social housing or public sector contracts, ideally within a local authority or housing association environment
11. Strong understanding of housing repairs, maintenance, and compliance contractsExcellent stakeholder management, negotiation, and communication skills
12. Knowledge of relevant legislation, procurement regulations, and health & safety standards
13. Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple contracts simultaneously
What We Offer:
14. Competitive daily rate up to £375
15. Flexible, temporary ongoing contract
16. Opportunity to work with a respected local authority shaping social housing services
17. Supportive team environment and opportunity to make a tangible impact in the community