Contracts Manager

Contracts Manager – DFG Adaptations

Location:

Birmingham Salary:
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Permanent Working Pattern:
Office and field-based We are recruiting an experienced Contracts Manager to support Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) adaptation projects from initial feasibility and scoping through to Grant Approval. This is a practical, site-based role requiring strong building knowledge and the ability to assess whether proposed adaptations can be safely, practically and cost-effectively delivered within occupied domestic properties.

Key Responsibilities Attend initial feasibility and scoping visits at citizens’ homes. Assess property layouts, construction, access, services and site constraints. Review proposed adaptations against assessed citizen needs. Determine whether proposed works are practical, buildable and cost-effective. Take accurate measurements, photographs and site notes. Produce clear scopes of work for contractor pricing. Review drawings and identify missing dimensions or technical information. Identify where structural, architectural, planning, asbestos or specialist advice is required.

Review contractor quotations and challenge omissions, duplication or excessive costs. Identify potential cost and variation risks before works commence. Work with Occupational Therapists, architects, surveyors, contractors and internal teams. Support the progression of projects through approval and mobilisation. Maintain accurate project records and a clear audit trail. Typical Works Projects may include:
Accessible bathrooms and wet rooms. Level-access showers. Bedroom adaptations. Internal alterations. Door widening. External ramps and access paths. Threshold and landing alterations. Extensions and larger adaptations. About You You will ideally have:
Strong practical knowledge of domestic construction. Experience inspecting occupied residential properties. Experience producing scopes of work. Experience reviewing contractor quotations. Knowledge of DFG works, housing adaptations or social housing. Understanding of accessible bathrooms, ramps and internal adaptations. Ability to identify buildability issues, defects and technical risks. Commercial awareness and an understanding of cost control and variations. Ability to read drawings and technical information.

Strong organisation and problem-solving skills. Confidence communicating with citizens, contractors and professionals. Excellent attention to detail. Experience as a Contracts Manager, DFG Surveyor, Adaptations Surveyor, Building Surveyor, Project Manager, Technical Surveyor, Planned Works Manager or Property Surveyor would be particularly relevant. A full UK driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle are required. A DBS check may be required.

If you have strong practical construction knowledge and experience delivering or assessing domestic adaptations, we would be keen to hear from you.