Contracts Manager – Decarbonisation – Social Housing

Job Title: Contracts Manager – Decarbonisation
Location: Oxford
Salary: £50,000 + £6,500 Car Allowance + Fuel Card + Benefits
Type: Full-Time | Permanent

Join the Decarbonisation Movement

We are looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to take the lead on delivering a wide range of retrofit and energy-efficiency projects across Oxford. This is an exciting opportunity to drive sustainable change through decarbonisation works that directly impact communities, homes, and carbon reduction goals.

Key Responsibilities

Lead retrofit contracts from inception to completion, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery

Plan and manage work programmes, budgets, targets, and operational teams

Oversee energy-saving upgrades such as insulation, low-carbon heating, ventilation, and window/door replacements

Maintain full compliance with PAS 2030/2035, ECO funding, and all building and safety regulations

Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, residents, and project stakeholders

Manage engineers and subcontractors, providing technical support and ensuring high performance

Conduct regular site inspections to monitor health & safety, quality, and productivity

Collaborate with the commercial team to manage costs and ensure reporting deadlines are met

What We're Looking For

Essential:

5+ years' experience managing retrofit, energy efficiency, or construction projects

Strong knowledge of PAS 2030/2035, ECO, Building Regulations, and sustainability measures

SMSTS, IOSH Managing Safely, and CSCS (Managers) certified

Familiarity with temporary works procedures, site admin, and construction drawings

Commercially aware with excellent problem-solving and communication skills

Competent in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and PowerProject

Full UK driving licence

Desirable:

Retrofit Coordinator or Assessor qualification

Experience managing M&E systems or heat network projects