Contract Manager
Skilled Careers
Contract Manager
North London
Full-time | Permanent
Full UK Driving Licence Required
About the Role
We’re currently partnering with a well-established and growing contractor to recruit an experienced Contract Manager to lead their Day-to-Day Repairs (DTD) service across North London.
This is a key leadership position overseeing a busy, high-volume operation with an annual turnover of approximately £5m. It’s an excellent opportunity for someone looking to step into a role where they can genuinely influence performance, service delivery, and team culture.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the delivery of a high-performing Day-to-Day Repairs service
- Manage a large, multi-trade workforce including supervisors, operatives, administrators, and subcontractors
- Ensure KPIs, SLAs, quality standards, and health & safety requirements are consistently achieved
- Take ownership of commercial performance, using Schedule of Rates (SOR) for effective cost control
- Drive operational efficiency, productivity, and customer satisfaction
About You
- Proven experience in a similar Contract Manager role within repairs, maintenance, or social housing
- Strong leadership experience managing both direct labour and subcontractors
- Solid commercial awareness, including experience with SOR
- Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills
- Highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Full UK driving licence
What’s on Offer
- £55,000 – £62,000 salary per annum
- Company vehicle or car allowance
- Clear progression opportunities into senior operational roles
If you’re an experienced Contract Manager looking for your next challenge or highly experienced Supervisor looking for their next step up, we’d be keen to discuss this opportunity with you in more detail. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation
