Contract | Civic Recruitment Limited | United Kingdom
Posted On 30/03/2026
Job Information
Work Experience 4-5 years
Management
City Taunton
Province Somerset
Postal Code TA1
Job Description
20 weeks contract role with a Local Authority
Job Summary
* The Housing Capital Programme Contract Manager will lead the delivery of a range of capital improvement projects across Somerset Council’s Housing Revenue Account (HRA) portfolio.
* The role is responsible for contract management, project delivery, health & safety compliance, stakeholder engagement and ensuring that all capital programmes are delivered to cost, quality and time standards.
* This includes delivering works such as kitchen/bathroom replacements, re-roofing, fire safety improvements, water safety works, insulation upgrades and wider environmental improvement schemes.
* The position sits within the Communities Directorate and reports to the Housing Capital Programme Manager.
* The postholder will manage an annual portfolio of approximately £3m and contribute to the wider £20m annual capital investment works across the council’s housing stock.
Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample)
* Degree (Construction/Property related) or professional membership (e.g. CIOB).
* Deliver a suite of capital programme contracts that provide value for money and meet service standards.
* Project manage large and complex works, often within occupied properties.
* Monitor performance and progress against programme targets.
* Maintain quality standards whilst minimising disruption to residents.
* Ensure full compliance with statutory, regulatory and corporate obligations.
* Manage external contractors and ensure contractual obligations are fully met.
* Oversee certification, performance reporting and compliance documentation.
* Lead procurement activities in line with council policy.
* Manage budgets for individual contracts ranging from £10k to £3m.
* Monitor expenditure, forecast costs and ensure delivery within approved budgets.
* Lead communication with residents, tenants, elected members and public groups.
* Attend meetings (including some outside normal working hours).
* Manage complaints and service requests effectively and proportionately.
* Ensure all projects comply with health & safety legislation.
* Monitor onsite contractor performance and risk management activities.
* Liaise with the council’s Health & Safety team.
* Maintain accurate programme records and reporting systems.
* Contribute to digital transformation and quality assurance processes.
* Support audits, continuous improvement and the development of tools/guidance.
* Support business planning, policy development and procedural improvements.
* Deputise for the Housing Capital Programme Manager as required.
* Assist with integration of new staff or service changes.
Skills/Experience
* Strong background in construction, property, or capital programme management.
* Experience managing large, complex housing projects (occupied and unoccupied).
* Knowledge of building regulations, construction methods and building pathology.
* Experience working with multiple contract forms (including amendments).
* Understanding of fire safety, water safety and broader compliance requirements.
* Proven contract and supplier management experience.
* Strong budget management for high-value public sector projects.
* Ability to lead stakeholder engagement, including residents and elected members.
* Excellent organisational, problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
* Knowledge of project management best practice (e.g., PRINCE2).
* Experience working within statutory, regulatory and audit‑driven environments.
* Experience delivering net zero, energy efficiency or environmental improvement programmes.
* Familiarity with digital reporting, asset management systems and quality frameworks.
Additional Information
* Employment type: Temporary (20 weeks), 37 hours per week.
* Work pattern: Hybrid – 2 days on site, 3 days remote.
* Location: The Crescent, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 4DY.
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