Contracts Manager - Planned Works (Kitchens, Bathrooms & Voids)

Location: Yorkshire

Salary: £55,000-£60,000 & Package

Sector: Social Housing

Contract Length: Full Time

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee a long‑term planned works programme across Yorkshire, focusing on kitchen refurbishments, bathroom upgrades, and void property works. This is a stable, multi‑year opportunity within the social housing sector, ideal for someone who thrives on structure, consistency, and delivering high‑quality improvements to occupied and void homes.

Key Responsibilities

Contract & Project Management

• Lead and manage planned works programmes including kitchens, bathrooms, and void refurbishments.

   

• Ensure all works are delivered on time, within budget, and to required quality standards.

   

• Oversee day‑to‑day operations, ensuring smooth coordination between site teams, subcontractors, and internal departments.

   

• Monitor progress against KPIs and contractual obligations.

   

Surveying & Technical Oversight

• Carry out pre‑ and post‑works surveys as required.

   

• Identify scope, specifications, and any variations needed.

   

• Ensure compliance with social housing standards and relevant regulations.

   

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Maintain strong working relationships with clients, residents, and internal teams.

   

• Provide clear communication, updates, and reporting throughout the programme.

   

• Act as a trusted point of contact for all contract‑related matters.

   

Health & Safety

• Ensure all works are delivered in line with Health & Safety legislation and company policies.

   

• Conduct site audits, risk assessments, and ensure safe working practices are consistently followed.

   

Financial & Performance Control

• Manage budgets, cost control, and forecasting for the planned works programme.

   

• Review performance data and implement improvements where required.

   

• Ensure efficient use of labour, materials, and resources.

   

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager or Surveyor within social housing planned works.

   

• Strong knowledge of kitchen, bathroom, and void refurbishment processes.

   

• Excellent organisational and leadership skills.

   

• Ability to manage budgets, KPIs, and long‑term programmes.

   

• Strong communication and client‑facing abilities.

   

• Solid understanding of Health & Safety requirements.

   

Why This Role Stands Out

• A secure five‑year programme offering long‑term stability.

   

• Opportunity to lead meaningful improvement works within the social housing sector.