Contracts Manager

Contracts Manager – Insurance Reinstatement

Location: London & Greater London

Salary: £50,000–£55,000 + package

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

The Opportunity

We are working with an established specialist contractor seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to join its Insurance Reinstatement division, overseeing residential and commercial property repairs following insured incidents.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in insurance reinstatement, property repairs, refurbishment or multi-trade construction to manage a varied portfolio of projects across London and the surrounding areas.

Projects include reinstatement works following fire, flood, escape of water, impact damage, vandalism and subsidence, with a strong focus on quality, commercial control and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Manage multiple reinstatement projects from initial instruction and survey through to completion and handover.

Coordinate directly employed tradespeople, subcontractors, suppliers and operational teams.

Liaise with insurers, loss adjusters, surveyors, managing agents and residents or policyholders.

Review scopes of work, specifications, programmes, costs and variations.

Monitor project progress, budgets, profitability and deadlines.

Ensure all works comply with health and safety

requirements, RAMS and relevant regulations.

Carry out site visits to monitor workmanship, resolve issues and maintain quality standards.

Oversee snagging, final inspections and project handovers.

Maintain excellent customer service, particularly within occupied residential properties.

The Ideal Candidate

Previous experience as a Contracts Manager, Project Manager or experienced Site Manager within insurance reinstatement, property repairs, refurbishment or similar.

Strong knowledge of multi-trade building works and repair programmes.

Experience managing multiple live projects, subcontractors and site teams.

Commercial awareness, with the ability to manage costs, variations and project performance.

Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.

A strong commitment to health and safety, quality and customer care.

Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across London and Greater London.

Typical Projects

The portfolio includes residential and commercial reinstatement works involving fire and smoke damage, flood and escape-of-water repairs, structural and subsidence-related works, internal refurbishment and external building repairs. Projects may incorporate carpentry, plastering, decorating, flooring, plumbing, electrical and other associated trades.

What's on Offer?

Salary of £50,000–£55,000, plus package.

A varied portfolio of insurance reinstatement projects across London.

Support from an established operational, surveying and coordination team.

The opportunity to join a specialist contractor with a strong focus on workmanship and customer service.

Apply Now

If you have experience managing property repairs, refurbishment or insurance reinstatement projects and are looking for your next opportunity, we would welcome your application.

All applications will be handled confidentially