Contracts Manager - New Build Plumbing & Heating

Job Purpose

To manage and oversee the delivery of plumbing and heating contracts across new build residential developments, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality and compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities

Contract & Project Management

• Manage multiple new build plumbing and heating contracts simultaneously from pre-start through to completion and handover.
• Liaise with main contractors, site managers, and developers to programme and coordinate works.
• Attend pre-start, progress, and site meetings representing the company.
• Oversee procurement of materials and ensure timely delivery to sites.
• Monitor project costs, variations, and valuations to protect commercial margins.

Team Leadership

• Allocate and manage site operatives, apprentices, and subcontractors across multiple developments.
• Conduct site visits to monitor quality, progress, and health & safety compliance.
• Support, mentor, and performance-manage field-based staff.
• Coordinate with the estimating team during tender stage to ensure accurate pricing.

Technical & Compliance

• Ensure all installations comply with Building Regulations, Part L, Part P, and relevant British Standards.
• Oversee commissioning, testing, and certification of heating systems (gas, ASHP, MVHR, etc.).
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry standards, including water regulations and gas safety.
• Ensure all Gas Safe and relevant documentation is completed and filed correctly.

Commercial & Reporting

• Prepare and submit applications for payment and agree variations with clients.
• Produce regular progress reports for directors and senior management.
• Manage contra-charge disputes and defects liability processes.
• Assist in the preparation of tenders and pricing strategies for new contracts.

Person Specification

Essential

• Proven experience in a similar contracts or project management role within new build plumbing and heating.
• Strong knowledge of domestic heating systems (gas boilers, underfloor heating, heat pumps).
• Commercially aware with experience managing budgets and valuations.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable

• 10 years' experience New build Plumbing & Heating.
• SMSTS or SSSTS site management qualification.
• Experience with social housing or volume house builders (e.g. Taylor Wimpey, Persimmon, Bellway).
• Familiarity with SAP ratings and Part L compliance.

Working Conditions

• Site-based role with regular travel across active developments.
• Company vehicle or car allowance provided.
• Competitive salary dependent on experience, plus performance-related bonus.