Contract Performance Manager

Salary £54,475

Location Hybrid - weekly presence required in Milton Keynes, Peterborough, Rushden or Lincoln office

This is a Permanent, Full Time vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.

The Vacancy

As a Contract Performance Manager at Amplius, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our planned works contracts run smoothly from start to finish. You’ll own your workstreams, making sure contracts are delivered safely, efficiently and to a consistently high standard, always keeping residents’ homes and experiences at the centre. You’ll oversee the full contract lifecycle — from tender support and mobilisation through delivery, performance management and final close‑out — working closely with contractors, internal teams and senior leaders to drive quality, value and compliance across our investment programmes.

💰Salary: £54,475

📝Contract: Permanent

⏰Your week: 36.25 (Mon – Fri)

📌Location: Hybrid – weekly presence required in Milton Keynes, Peterborough, Rushden or Lincoln office

✨ What you’ll be doing

Lead and own the full lifecycle of planned works contracts, ensuring delivery meets KPIs, budgets, quality standards and regulatory requirements
Lead on contract mobilisation and demobilisation, setting clear expectations and robust performance controls from the outset
Drive contractor performance through KPIs, inspections and assurance checks, taking decisive corrective action where required
Proactively manage risks, variations, defects and disputes, escalating complex issues to the Senior Contracts Manager as appropriate
Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety legislation, CDM Regulations and Amplius Safety Management System
Build strong, collaborative relationships with contractors, surveyors, housing teams and residents to ensure joined-up, customer-focused delivery

🔍 What we’re looking for

HNC/HND in a construction-related discipline or significant experience in contract management or planned works delivery within housing or a regulated environment
Membership of, or eligibility to join, RICS or CIOB
Strong operational contract management skills, including performance monitoring, budget control and risk management
Sound knowledge of compliance, Health & Safety, Decent Homes and Building Safety requirements
Experience of procurement, mobilisation, supplier management and commercial control
Confidence interpreting technical, contractual and performance data to drive informed decisions

✨ Desirable (but not essential)

Professional qualifications or membership (RICS, CIOB, IWFM, NEBOSH, IOSH)
Experience in asset management, cost forecasting or investment planning
Familiarity with digital contract management systems or data analytics tools

🚗 A full UK driving licence, access to own car and willingness to travel is required.

🕵️‍♀️ DBS clearance may be required for this role.

Please read the attached Job Description before applying so you understand the full scope of the role.

Closing: 25th February

🚫We reserve the right to close the vacancy early in response to an overwhelming number of applications or a change in business priorities.

Virtual Interviews: Week commencing 2nd March and 9th March

🚨Important – We do not provide visa sponsorship; you must be eligible to work in the UK and provide Right to Work evidence.

Have questions?🧐 Contact talent@amplius.co.uk and we’ll be in touch to support you with any questions, queries or conundrums!

Why join Amplius? 🤔

At Amplius, you’ll be trusted to lead, supported to grow and empowered to make a difference. We offer a collaborative working culture, flexibility through hybrid working, and the opportunity to shape how planned works are delivered across our homes — now and into the future.

The Company

Amplius is one of the largest housing providers across the Midlands, East and Southeast of England. We own and manage more than 37,000 homes and deliver a range of quality services, including care and support, specialist housing and home ownership options. We’re a team of over 1,300 colleagues driven to have a positive impact on people’s lives and provide affordable homes that make a difference.