Contract Lead - North West

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More about the team 

Reporting to the Contract Management Team Lead, we are looking to recruit a Contract Lead on a permanent basis. You will join the ever expanding Assets and Investment function. This is an exciting time to join a growing area of the business. 

More about your?role? 

Covering the North West, you will be responsible for the effective and efficient delivery of the groups repairs, maintenance and capital component upgrade work. You will take an active role around responsibility with CDM and H&S Management.

In addition to ensuring that terms of the contract are met, you will review performance and provide reports measuring against agreed SLAs and KPIs. You will lead on the preparation of contract documentation and assist in the preparation of budgets, monitor costs and ensure the provision and maintenance of accurate reports.

You will also provide technical advice on building refurbishments and maintenance contracts, participating in Asset Management meetings making recommendations where required.

For more information, please download our job profile available on our website.? 

More about you? 

The ideal candidate will have a background in customer service and have driven continuous improvement. Experience in arranging and supervising works to domestic and commercial properties is desired along with a track record of managing/ leading a team.

At Places for People, we prioritise our dedication to safer recruitment. Therefore, a?basic DBS check is mandatory for this position.?? 

Experience & Skills 

• Customer Service experience,
• Have previously arranged and supervised works to domestic and commercial properties,
• Experience leading a team,
• Educated to HNC,
• IOSH qualifications.
• SOR knowledge 

The benefits? 

We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for. 

We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include: 

• Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly
• Pension with matched contributions up to 7%
• Excellent holiday package – up to 35 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell leave
• Overtime as and when required
• Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year
• A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%
• Training and development
• Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.  

What's next?

If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then click apply. You will be redirected to our careers site where you can discover more about the role, read a full job description and apply directly to us.

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