Repairs Manager

This role involves overseeing contractors, managing budgets, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and collaborating with internal teams to achieve successful repairs outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Contract Management:

   • Oversee the implementation and execution of repairs and maintenance contracts, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
   • Review contract documents, scope of work, and specifications to ensure clarity and completeness.

2. Contractor Oversight:

   • Manage and evaluate contractors' performance against agreed-upon metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs).
   • Conduct regular meetings and site visits to ensure that work is being carried out to the required standards.

3. Budget and Cost Control:

   • Work closely with the finance department to monitor repair and maintenance budgets.
   • Identify cost-saving opportunities and recommend adjustments to contract plans as necessary.

4. Quality Assurance:

   • Implement and maintain quality assurance processes to ensure that repair and maintenance activities meet industry standards and regulations.
   • Conduct inspections to verify compliance with specifications and safety standards.

5. Project Oversight:

   • Collaborate with project managers and other relevant stakeholders to identify and address potential issues or delays in repairs projects.
   • Ensure that all repairs and maintenance projects align with social housing goals and standards.

6. Stakeholder Collaboration:

   • Foster positive relationships with contractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
   • Communicate effectively with internal teams, property managers, and tenants to address concerns and provide updates on repair activities.

7. Reporting:

   • Prepare regular reports on repair project status, budgetary performance, and other relevant metrics.
   • Provide updates to management and other stakeholders as required.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in contract management within the social housing sector.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, building codes, and regulations.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with budget management and cost control.