Construction Contracts Manager

About Us:

Based in the heart of Warwickshire, the beautiful district of Stratford-on-Avon is, without doubt, one of the most scenic and historical regions in the UK. Stratford-on-Avon District Council's headquarters are located in the heart of William Shakespeare's hometown. In the District, you will find thriving market towns, home to over 135,000 residents and a tourist destination for millions of visitors each year, from across the globe. We are proud to provide public services to residents, businesses and visitors across this magnificent region, making it a great place to live, work and visit.

At the Council, our people are our superpower and by choosing to bring your talents to our organisation, you will be joining a great team where everyone feels that they truly belong, full of dedicated people all working with passion and purpose, across a dynamic portfolio of work providing high-quality services.

Benefits:

As part of our team, you will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Flexibility:

• A minimum of 25 days of annual leave, plus Bank Holidays.
• Hybrid working arrangements with some flexibility to work from home for up to 40% of your hours, though due to the nature of the role there is an expectancy to be on site or in the office for the majority if the time.
• Flexi-time scheme for a better work-life balance.

Lifestyle:

• Health Cash Plan Scheme for medical and dental expenses.
• Eye test voucher scheme
• Everyone Active Gym Membership discount

Professional Development:

• Training and Development opportunities.
• Payment of one professional subscription fee

Financial Planning:

• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme to secure your future.
• Access to free Will writing services.
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Salary Sacrifice schemes e.g. Cycle to Work etc.
• Free town centre parking

What to Expect in the Role:

Are you ready to make a real impact? In this pivotal role, you'll take charge of managing the Council's diverse property portfolio, overseeing all aspects of construction and infrastructure development, helping to deliver various aspects of building maintenance and appointing consultants to engage contractors . From car park surfaces and drainage systems to vital upgrades across our built assets, you'll play a key role in delivering projects and ensuring a planned preventative maintenance programme is in place for all our assets.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities (Please see Job Description and Person Specification for more details):

• Oversee maintenance and repairsacross the Council's property portfolio, including planning and managing a medium-term maintenance strategy.
• Provide expert analysisthrough feasibility studies, cost appraisals, and project proposals for both minor and major infrastructure works.
• Determine delivery methodsfor works-whether in-house or outsourced-and lead the procurement process for external contractors.
• Manage contractsfrom start to finish, ensuring quality, budget, and timelines are met, while addressing any performance issues.
• Lead and coordinate teams, ensuring safety, compliance, and clear direction for the Maintenance and Premises Teams.

What You'll Need (Please see Job Description and Person Specification for more details):

• Qualified and Chartered:Degree in Construction or Project Management and chartered membership with a recognised professional body (e.g. RICS, CIOB, CABE).
• Proven Leadership:Over 5 years' senior-level experience managing construction, facilities, and property portfolios in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Expert in Project Delivery:Strong track record in delivering complex construction projects on time and within budget, with deep knowledge of procurement, contractor management, and compliance (including CDM 2015).
• Analytical and Strategic:Skilled in developing feasibility studies, analysing tenders, and ensuring value for money through robust contract specifications and appraisals.
• Hands-On and Tech-Savvy:Comfortable accessing restricted areas (e.g. scaffolding, roofs), IT proficient (MS Office), and holds a full driving licence.

For an informal chat about the role, please contact Julie Lewis, Head of Environment and Operations on or

Applications will close at midnight on 9 September 2025.

Interviews will be held on 15 September 2025.