Date Posted 06/09/2023
Application Closing Date 04/10/2023 23:59
Hours 36 per week
Salary £67,000 per annum
Location Salford
6-month contract
Everything we do aims to positively impact the lives of our social housing tenants and deliver on what matters to them and their communities. We provide safe, well-maintained, sustainable homes and deliver customer-focused services. ForHousing is a place where everyone can thrive and be themselves.
As part of our Assets and Sustainability team, you’ll lead the commercial client management of our repairs and maintenance contracts, ensuring they deliver excellent services to tenants and represent value for money. You’ll ensure contract requirements are delivered, managing payments and variations.
Why ForHousing?
- Hybrid working – most of your time can be spent working at home, or you’re free to spend more time in the office if you prefer
- Agile working – we are outcome driven, so we empower you to do your best work, in the way that works best for you. Your office base-location will be in Eccles, and some work will be required from there
- STAR – through our partnership with STAR you can save money on everyday spending and make your money go further with discounts across a wide range of shops and products
- Smartech – purchase technology or white goods and spread the cost
- Wellbeing centre – gym discounts, exercise videos, mindfulness tools, nutrition advice, financial advice and more
- Cycle to work scheme – save up to 40% on bikes and equipment
- Employee Assistance Programme – access to a 24/7 counselling and support helpline
What you’ll be doing:
- Administering monthly payment application processes, agreeing variations, and issuing any pay less notices
- Supporting ongoing service improvements, and monitoring contract delivery
- Applying contract performance management arrangements, analysing performance data, and agreeing performance against targets with contractors
- Being a key member of the Homes department’s senior management team, supporting effective and efficient management and operations
- Advising and supporting colleagues regarding contractual matters, including procurement, contract drafting, contractor claims, final accounts, and contractual disputes
- Setting budgets for repairs and maintenance expenditure
What we’re looking for:
- HND, HNC, or degree in Asset or Property Management, or equivalent
- MCIOB, MRICS, or MCIOH would be ideal
- Experience in managing construction related contracts
ForHousing is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We especially welcome applicants from the Armed Forces community.
If you need any adjustments to be made to our recruitment process, please get in touch with the team at recruitment@forhousing.co.uk.
Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early, depending on application volumes.
