Contracts Manager

At Peabody, we’re committed to creating safe, thriving communities. We’re looking for a skilled and proactive Electrical Contracts Manager to lead the delivery of essential electrical and building safety works across our homes and neighbourhoods.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for managing the successful delivery of both planned and reactive maintenance, compliance servicing, and capital upgrade projects across a variety of electrical disciplines. You’ll oversee contractors, consultants, and suppliers to ensure all works are completed to a high standard, on time and within budget. You’ll also play a key role in delivering Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) remedial works, ensuring full compliance with regulatory requirements. Your work will directly contribute to the safety and satisfaction of our residents, aligning with Peabody’s values and commitment to excellence.

What Success Looks Like

• Programmes delivered on time, within budget, and to high standards
• High customer satisfaction and positive feedback
• Strong stakeholder relationships and team collaboration
• Evidence of continuous improvement and innovation
• Compliance with health & safety and building safety regulations

About You

You’re a confident and proactive contract manager who thrives both independently and as part of a team. You’re skilled at building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and you’re comfortable working under pressure to meet tight deadlines. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to excellence, you bring a forward-thinking approach to your work and a genuine passion for delivering safe, high-quality outcomes for residents.

You’ll also bring with you:

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for site visits
• Proven experience managing electrical safety projects
• Practical knowledge
• Strong understanding of building safety regulations, particularly for high-rise buildings
• Excellent IT skills, with the ability to use relevant software and systems effectively

Why Join Us?

When you join Peabody, you’re joining a team guided by our values, Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together. We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered.

What We Offer

• 30 days’ annual holiday, plus bank holidays
• two additional paid volunteering days each year
• flexible benefits scheme, including family friendly benefits and access to a discount portal
• 4 x salary life assurance
• up to 10% pension contribution

Please read before applying:

If this sounds like we are right for you and you’d love to be part of Peabody, we’d like to hear from you. Please apply now by submitting
an anonymised CV and a short statement explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this role.

If you have any questions about this role, please email Talent Specialist, Tanisha Johnson at tanisha.johnson@peabody.org.uk

Interviews will take place on Teams Thursday 18th December 2025.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

PLEASE NOTE: As an employer, Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licenced UK employer.