Job Title: Contracts Manager - Estate Services
Location: West London (4 days onsite/office, 1 day remote)
Rate: £472 per day (Umbrella)
Contract Type: Interim/Temporary

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager (Estate Services) to join a busy Local Authority in West London. This is a key role responsible for managing and overseeing estate services contracts to ensure high-quality, cost-effective delivery for residents.

Key Responsibilities

Lead on the management of estate services contracts (e.g., grounds maintenance, cleaning, waste management, pest control, communal repairs).
Monitor contractor performance, ensuring compliance with service level agreements (SLAs), KPIs, and statutory requirements.
Undertake contract reviews, prepare reports, and make recommendations to improve service delivery.
Manage budgets effectively, ensuring value for money and adherence to financial regulations.
Build strong working relationships with contractors, internal teams, councillors, and residents.
Deal with escalated complaints and resolve service delivery issues.
Contribute to service improvement projects and support procurement processes when needed.Requirements

Strong track record of managing estate services contracts within a housing/local authority environment.
Excellent knowledge of contract management principles, performance monitoring, and compliance.
Driving Licence PCV (passenger carrying vehicle)
Confident communicator with the ability to influence and negotiate with contractors and stakeholders.
Strong problem-solving and organisational skills.Working Arrangements

4 days per week required onsite/office across West London.
1 day working from home.
PLEASE NOTE: All applications are monitored and shortlisted candidates will be contacted via phone call or email