- Pay
- £49k
- Where
- Northampton, Northamptonshire
- Level
- Mid
Repairs Commercial ManagerA fantastic opportunity has arisen to join Northamptonshire Partnership Homes as a Repairs Commercial Manager, taking responsibility for the commercial, contractual and financial management of its repairs and voids activity.
This is a hands-on commercial role, working closely with Repairs, Procurement and Finance to strengthen commercial controls, manage risk and ensure value for money across the service.
The roleYou will take ownership of the commercial performance of the repairs service, including:Budget and cost management, forecasting and annual budgetingProducing and managing Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs)Managing contractual and commercial riskAssessing and certifying contractor payment applicationsManaging invoice approvals, final accounts and retention moniesEnsuring robust commercial management of subcontractors and the wider supply chainWorking with Procurement on frameworks, tenders and subcontractor appointmentsSupporting repairs teams on contractual and commercial mattersDriving greater commercial control, efficiency and value for moneyAbout youWe're looking for an established commercial professional who understands the realities of delivering repairs within a housing environment.
You will bring:Proven Commercial Manager experience within a similar organisationHousing or repairs sector experience, ideally within an ALMO or Housing AssociationExperience using the National Housing Federation Schedule of RatesStrong knowledge of contract management, including NEC and JCTA good understanding of CDM and health and safety regulationsStrong financial, analytical and commercial skillsExcellent negotiation and stakeholder management capabilitiesThe confidence to work independently and challenge constructively when requiredBTEC HNC/HND, degree in Quantity Surveying/Construction Management or equivalentMembership of a professional body such as RICS or CIOB and change management experience would be advantageous.
Why this opportunity?
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys getting into the detail of commercial performance while also having the ability to influence how a housing repairs service operates.
You'll work across repairs and voids, strengthening financial and contractual controls and helping ensure the organisation achieves the right balance of quality, efficiency and value for money.