Contracts Manager - DLO

Temporary Contracts Manager - Peckham

Location: Peckham & London Bridge
Duration: 20 weeks
Start Date: Immediate - candidates must be available within 1 week
Day Rate: Up to 400/day (Inside IR35)
Expenses: None paid
On-site Requirement: 2-3 days/week in Peckham, plus occasional visits to London Bridge
IR35 Status: Inside IR35

Assignment Overview
We are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee day-to-day operations in Peckham during a 20-week period.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervision & Leadership: Manage and support a team of Trades Supervisors, ensuring adherence to daily operational disciplines, including:
  • Health & Safety inspections
  • Timely financial job completions
  • Processing Variation Orders (VOs) via the portal
  • Embedding key processes (e.g., follow-ons, no-access)
  • Absence management
  • Van and ladder inspections
  • Supplier and material management
• Complaint Management: Investigate and resolve Stage 1 complaints, ensuring all complaint-related commitments are delivered promptly.
• Health & Safety Oversight: Investigate and escalate Health & Safety issues where appropriate, ensuring serious incidents are reported in accordance with policy.
• Performance Management: Drive Work in Progress (WIP) performance and effective job management, promoting accurate and timely job recording by Trades.
• Contractor Management: Reinforce understanding and application of contractor management principles, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience managing Trades Supervisors within a housing/property services environment.
• Strong contract management skills and operational understanding.
• Excellent customer service and complaint resolution abilities.
• Ability to work independently and flexibly across multiple sites.
• Valid UK driving licence - a van may be provided (to be confirmed).
• Immediate availability or short notice period (maximum 1 week).
• Gaps in employment history must be explained.