Assistant Contract Manager

The Role:

As the Assistant Contract Manager, you will support the delivery of planned and major works projects from inception through to completion. This includes assisting with procurement, contractor management, resident consultation and performance monitoring. You will work closely with Contract Managers, commercial teams and internal stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to high standards of quality and resident satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support Contract Managers in delivering planned, cyclical and major works projects.
• Assist with procurement and tendering processes, ensuring specifications and contract documentation are complete and compliant.
• Support preparation of project briefs, specifications and stakeholder communication plans.
• Assist with ensuring compliance with CDM Regulations 2015, the Building Safety Act and relevant legislation.
• Help monitor budgets, programme delivery, KPIs and risk registers, escalating issues where required.
• Support the organisation and attendance of contractor and consultant progress meetings.
• Assist in ensuring statutory and non‑statutory resident consultation is carried out effectively.
• Liaise with internal teams including asset management, compliance, procurement and home ownership services.
• Support leaseholder notification processes and cost recovery in line with lease requirements.
• Maintain accurate records, reports and project documentation.

 What We’re Looking For:

• Experience working in a housing, construction or contract management environment.
• Understanding of procurement processes, contract administration and building safety requirements.
• Knowledge of health & safety, compliance and regulatory frameworks.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Confident working with contractors, consultants and internal stakeholders.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• Proactive, detail‑focused and committed to continuous improvement.

 Qualifications & Requirements:

• HNC/HND/Degree (or equivalent experience) in construction, property or a related discipline.
• NEBOSH Construction Certificate desirable.
• Experience within social housing or local government environments desirable.
• Commitment to equality, diversity, health & safety and professional development.