Special Projects Contract Manager

Special Projects Contract Manager – Building Safety
📍 London (Hybrid Working Available)
💷 £450.00 per day Umbrella
📅 12-Month Contract

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Special Projects Contract Manager to join a leading housing organisation in London on a 12-month contract.

This is a key role leading the delivery of high-risk, safety-critical contracts relating to External Wall Systems (EWS) across a large residential portfolio. You will oversee investigative works, manage complex contractor relationships, support remediation programmes, and ensure compliance with building safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

* Manage contracts delivering FRAEWs, Fire Risk Assessments, façade and spandrel panel investigations.

* Lead procurement exercises from specification development through to contract award and mobilisation.

* Monitor contractor performance, programme delivery, and budget management.

* Support Cladding Safety Scheme (CSS) funding applications and compliance requirements.

* Work closely with legal teams on claims relating to defective external wall systems.

* Provide updates and advice to senior stakeholders, residents, consultants, and contractors.

Requirements:

* Extensive contract management experience within construction, housing, asset management, or building safety.

* Strong knowledge of external wall systems, fire safety regulations, and PAS 9980.

* Experience managing complex, high-value projects and contracts.

* Proven procurement, commercial, financial, and stakeholder management skills.

* Experience with remediation funding schemes such as CSS or Building Safety Fund is highly desirable.

Rate: £450.00 per day Umbrella

Location:

London (Hybrid)
Contract Length: 12 Months

Apply today to be considered for this exciting opportunity delivering critical building safety and remediation programmes across a major residential portfolio. For more information contact Natasha Haddon