Contracts Manager

Job Title: Contracts Manager

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: £64,871 per annum

Working Hours: 35 hours per week

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday-Hybrid

Location: Arlington House, London

Please note that whilst we will accept applications based on any form of valid legal permission to work in the UK, we will be surrendering the Riverside Sponsorship licence, so for the avoidance of doubt, we are unable to apply for any further sponsorships whether on behalf of existing colleagues or candidates.

The difference you will make as a Contracts Manager

You will support the Head of Asset Strategy & Delivery Housing (South & London) in the delivery of planned and reactive investment works, cyclical decorations, rationalisation identification, and supporting the overall investment for the region to achieve Decent Homes standards. Leading a team of Building Surveyors/Project Surveyors to ensure effective delivery of the required programme of works to underpin the Homes Strategy.

About you

We are looking for someone with

• A proven track record of successful contract implementation and management for a large and diverse portfolio of mixed tenure properties.
• In-depth knowledge of contract formation and contract types.
• Comprehensive knowledge of general operating procedures within an Asset Management function.
• In-depth knowledge of building regulations.
• Proven track record of using Project Management methodologies. .

Why Riverside ?

At Riverside, we're a housing association with a difference - enhancing the everyday for all our customers. For 90 years, we've been revitalising neighbourhoods and supporting communities by providing the homes they need to live full, fulfilling and rewarding lives.

We have a portfolio of over 75,000 affordable residential and retirement homes across the UK. Our work ranges from homelessness services to social care, employment support to retirement living, and we need the best people on board to help us.

Working with us, you'll enjoy:

• Competitive pay & generous pension
• 28 days holidays plus bank holidays
• Flexible working options available
• Investment in your learning, personal development and technology
• A wide range of benefits

Diversity and Inclusion at Riverside:

We are inclusive. At Riverside, we value diversity in all its forms. We foster a workplace where all individuals are respected, empowered, and heard. Our commitment to inclusivity drives our success and enriches the lives of our customers and colleagues.

Riverside is a Disability Confident Employer and operates a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for any applicant who declares they have a disability. If the applicant meets the minimum requirements for the role (as set out in the role profile and/or person specification) they will be guaranteed an interview.

This role also falls under our Ethnic Diversity guaranteed interview scheme. If you are Ethnically Diverse and demonstrate you meet the minimum criteria for the role you will be guaranteed an interview.

Role Profile

• Lead, motivate and engage with the Building Surveyors and Project Surveyors to ensure the delivery of a high-quality service, developing and implementing operational objectives, including key performance indicators and an effective communication strategy, to underpin the Homes Strategy including delivery of the required programme of works for an allocated number of Group residential properties of all tenures (excluding C&S properties).
• Develop, implement, and monitor the approach to contract management including associated policies, procedures and guidance, considering industry best practice and commercial requirements, proactively adopting new and innovative ideas and solutions to ensure continuous improvement of the service.
• Lead the scoping, specifying, mobilisation and implementation of an allocated number of new contracts, in conjunction with procurement colleagues, including assessing the competence of potential suppliers throughout the procurement process and acting as decision maker in terms of successful appointments, ensuring robust contract management arrangements are in place to effectively deliver the Asset Management Strategy.
• Undertake a review of existing contracted services, driving innovation and seeking out efficiencies and cost reduction opportunities, maintaining this approach on an ongoing basis with contractors over the contract lifecycle, identifying, implementing and monitoring improvement targets as appropriate.
• Monitor and report on contracts, developing and implementing the appropriate performance fr