Contracts Manager (Major Projects)

We are currently looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to lead our Programme and Responsive Repairs Delivery teams supporting a range of major projects and specialising in high-rise building initiatives across our portfolio. This exciting new role is part of our newly established Capital Investment Team, formed to strengthen our efforts in meeting Platform's commitment to providing safe, well-maintained homes. As we refine our long-term investment strategy, our focus is on significantly enhancing the quality of our existing housing stock. Our aim is to create an investment team with high levels of professionalism and competency that can deliver best practice in contract management with a strong customer focus across a range or projects ranging from window kitchen and bathroom replacement programs to major refurbishment schemes in high rise blocks. If you're an experienced leader with strong contract and people management skills, and you're looking for a senior role where you can make a real difference, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! Please note that the formal job title for this role is

• External Contracts Manager
  
  Significant experience in the housing or construction industry with good experience and knowledge of the legal and regulatory framework relevant to programmes of works and maintenance.
• Experience of successfully managing a team to deliver programmes of maintenance works
• Knowledge of Building safety regulations, particularly CDM, asbestos management, site safety management and fire safety requirements
• Educated to degree level or equivalent in construction related discipline or significant equivalent experience.
• Excellent leadership, team building and motivational skills with the ability to support staff including coaching and personal development
It is essential to have a full driving license and the ability to travel throughout our Severn Locality (focusing on the Worcestershire/Gloucestershire/Herefordshire areas). You will also participate in the out-of-hours escalation rota for the Asset team and provide decision making when needed.

Join us and find your purpose at Platform! Working with us is more than just a job, you will be joining an amazing organisation that values you and your contribution, and where you can truly make a difference and change people's lives. You will join the largest social housing association in the Midlands. We're much more than just houses; we build homes, strong communities, and make a real and positive difference to the lives of our customers. We recognise the unique and individual needs of people, so if you are interested in this role but would like to explore a different way of working to the standard Monday to Friday, 9-5 approach, then please highlight this on your application or discuss it with us at the interview stage. After all, we want to attract the best people to work for us and we know that one size does not fit all. Platform is a great place to work, we offer lots of opportunities for you to get involved, share ideas and shape what we do - from networking groups through to fun community and social events. This is an exciting time to join us, that will provide you with real exposure to the wider dynamics of a truly modern housing association that will play a major part in delivering our 5-year corporate strategy., We put colleagues and customers at the heart of all we do. Valuing difference, we are free to challenge each other and are open and honest in our relationships. Own It We say what we'll do and then we do it. We listen, understand and are empowered to make decisions. We look for our own ways to learn and adapt and focus on what we can do. One Team We are connected, collaborative and in it together. We want everyone to reach their potential and be the best they can be. We actively support each other to make this happen. Be Brave We are curious and courageous. We look for better ways to do things, are comfortable trying them and learn quickly. We are not afraid to stand out from the rest and celebrate our successes.

Salary £51,872 - £57,635 per annum (depending on experience) Location Home based (with travel across stock portfolio) Mergefield Title {Mergefield Value} Mergefield Title {Mergefield Value} This is a Permanent, Full Time vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.,
• Up to 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) with the opportunity to buy and sell leave
• Family friendly policies including generous Paternity, Maternity, Shared Parental and Adoption leave plus 3 days paid Urgent Domestic Leave
• Medicash membership for all employees which includes access to an employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership and exclusive discounts
• Health Cash Plan worth up to £1700 p/a with cashback for dental, optical, physio and complementary therapies and more
• Pension scheme with minimum employee contributions of up to 3% and Platform will contribute up to 12% (inclusive of life assurance and dependent on employee contributions)
• Learning and Development opportunities
• Employee reward and recognition scheme with wellbeing hub and discount from a wide range of retailers