Reactive Maintenance Manager

Contracts ManagerJob Type: Full-time, Temporary contract (initial 3 months) Location: Reading, RG2 Salary: Competitive, to be discussedWe are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to provide temporary cover within a busy Housing Repairs and Property Services team. This Contracts Manager position will lead a high-volume reactive repairs service, managing operational teams, contractors and subcontractors to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with agreed performance standards. This is an excellent opportunity for a Contracts Manager who can quickly establish themselves in a fast-paced operational environment and maintain service continuity.Day to day of the roleLead the delivery of a customer-focused reactive repairs and maintenance service across housing stock.Manage supervisors, trade operatives, agency workers, office staff and subcontractors to ensure high performance.Oversee contractor and subcontractor relationships, including quality assurance inspections and service standards.Monitor KPIs, analyse service performance data and implement improvements to drive efficiency and customer satisfaction.Take responsibility for budget monitoring, forecasting and reporting on expenditure and income variances.Ensure all works are delivered in compliance with health and safety legislation, CDM requirements and other relevant regulations.Prepare work specifications for internal teams and external contractors where required.Handle complaints, member ..... full job details .....