Contracts Manager - Repairs

I'm currently working with a London-based Housing Association that is looking to appoint an experienced Contracts Manager to support their reactive repairs service on an interim basis.

This is a great opportunity for a hands-on contracts professional who enjoys being out on site, challenging contractors, and ensuring residents receive a high-quality repairs service.

The Role

The organisation operates a fully outsourced repairs model with no DLO in place. You'll be responsible for managing contractor performance, with a strong emphasis on post-inspections of completed reactive works.

The main contractor is Axis Europe, supported by a small number of medium-sized contractors. The role is inspection-led and requires regular travel across London.

Key Responsibilities

Carrying out post-inspections on reactive repairs works

Monitoring contractor quality, performance, and compliance

Ensuring works meet agreed specifications, KPIs, and housing standards

Identifying defects and driving timely remedial action

Challenging poor workmanship and holding contractors to account

Working closely with internal teams to support service delivery

What They're Looking For

Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within social housing repairs

Strong background in reactive repairs and outsourced delivery models

Comfortable spending time on site - around one day per week minimum, with flexibility required

Confident dealing with large contractors and managing performance

London-based or able to travel easily across the region

What's on Offer

£300-£350 per day depending on experience

6-month contract with a well-regarded Housing Association

This role would suit a practical, delivery-focused Contracts Manager who enjoys being visible on site and driving standards across reactive repairs