Principal Manager (Contracts, Assets & Compliance)
Ipswich Location
Overview
We are seeking an experienced senior manager to lead the delivery of maintenance, construction, surveying, and compliance services. You will oversee projects, contracts, budgets, and teams, ensuring that services are delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a team responsible for maintenance, construction, asset management, surveying, and compliance activities.
- Lead the delivery of major projects and contracts from planning through to completion.
- Manage departmental budgets and ensure effective financial control.
- Oversee procurement activities and manage relationships with contractors and suppliers.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant health & safety, building, and construction legislation.
- Drive service improvements and contribute to strategic planning and decision-making.
- Monitor performance and implement processes to improve efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Develop, coach, and support employees to achieve their full potential.
- Support sustainability and environmental initiatives across the housing and property portfolio.
- Represent the organisation professionally with stakeholders, contractors, and external partners.
Requirements
- Degree qualified in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Building Surveying, or a related discipline.
- Significant experience managing construction, maintenance, property, or housing services.
- Strong knowledge of project management, contract management, procurement, and budgeting.
- Good understanding of Health & Safety legislation, including CDM regulations.
- Proven leadership experience with the ability to motivate and develop teams.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
Desirable
- Professional membership such as MRICS, MCIOB, or equivalent.
- Management qualification (MBA, CMgr, MCMI, etc.).
- Experience within local authority, housing association, or public sector environments.
- NEBOSH qualification or equivalent Health & Safety certification.
Ideal Background
This role would suit a senior professional currently working as a Contracts Manager, Senior Quantity Surveyor, Building Surveyor, Asset Manager, Head of Projects, or Construction Operations Manager looking to step into a strategic leadership position.
You must have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship
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