Contract Manager – Social Housing (Kitchens & Bathrooms)
Basingstoke / Reading / Guildford
A well-established social housing contractor is seeking an experienced Contract Manager to oversee the delivery of planned kitchen and bathroom replacement programmes across South West London covering Basingstoke, Reading and Guildford
This is an excellent opportunity for a driven individual with strong leadership and operational management experience within the planned maintenance/social housing sector.
Key Responsibilities
Manage the delivery of kitchen and bathroom replacement programmes across multiple sites within occupied social housing properties.
Lead and support site teams including Site Managers, Supervisors, Resident Liaison Officers, and subcontractors.
Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
Maintain strong working relationships with housing association clients, residents, and internal teams.
Monitor programme progress, budgets, and KPIs, reporting regularly to senior management.
Ensure health & safety compliance across all sites, carrying out audits and ensuring safe systems of work.
Manage subcontractor performance, procurement, and resource planning.
Support the commercial team in managing costs, variations, and contract performance.
Requirements
Proven experience as a Contract Manager within social housing planned maintenance.
Strong experience delivering kitchen and bathroom refurbishment programmes in occupied properties.
Ability to manage multiple sites and operational teams effectively.
Excellent client management and communication skills.
Strong knowledge of health & safety and construction regulations.
SMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid preferred.
What’s on Offer
Opportunity to join a growing social housing contractor with a strong pipeline of work.
Long-term programmes across Kent and South West London.
Competitive salary and package depending on experience.
If you have experience managing planned maintenance programmes within social housing and are looking for your next opportunity, we would be keen to hear from you