Contracts Manager (Passive fire protection) at Novus Property Solutions in Birmingham, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

site management

health & safety

contract control

report preparation

bid management

client meetings

Attend monthly client meetings to review performance and future planning of works
Control individual contract progress, focusing completion within time frames and budget, working closely with commercial team
Assist in the presentation of the contract brief to the client
Manage site personnel, work activities and resources to meet the requirements of individual contracts.
Overall Health & Safety responsibility of site ensuring relevant, risk assessments, method statements, tool box talks are all in place
Ensure all necessary contract documentation / reports are accurate and produced in a timely manner.
Reporting to the Operations Manager you will support on the preparation, processing and selection of estimates, bids and tenders and the development of the procurement programme.
Manage the selection and formation of site personnel teams (inc. sub-contractors) as determined by individual contracts.

Requirements

programming

planning

construction phase

Programming and planning works, familiar with Construction phase plans

Benefits

Attractive salary & benefits to suit you
Company pension scheme - up to 7.5%
27 Days Hols & BH – option to buy or sell holidays
We also offer a; Discounted Healthcare Scheme, High street & lifestyle discounts including Taste card, a day paid volunteering per year, length of service awards, and more….
Company Car or Car Allowance

Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

dbs check required

Company

Overview

Since 1897

Year Established

The company traces its origins back to 1897, rooted in a legacy of family business.

Hundreds of Millions GBP

Annual Revenue

The firm generates significant income through a diversified portfolio of refurbishment and retrofit projects.

100+ Years

Legacy Duration

Under one leadership lineage, the company has maintained a century-long legacy of service and growth.

It blends local presence—with offices across the UK—with the delivery strength of large-scale property services.
Its typical projects range from housing association refurbishments to healthcare, education and commercial site upgrades.
Specialist areas include residential retrofits and education facility refurbishments, showcasing technical depth.
Operating end-to-end, it covers compliance, maintenance, and build-back works under long-term frameworks.
A standout: recent multimillion-pound regional office refurbishments.

Culture + Values

Be Responsible: Protect the health, safety and wellbeing of everyone we come into contact with; contribute to activity that is honest, accurate and with best intentions; enhance the lives of individuals within the communities in which we work; ensure all activity promotes a positive and sustainable environment; take decisions in the long‑term interest of the business.
Get it Right: Demonstrate a positive, can‑do attitude; manage expectations to ensure that commitments are fulfilled; deliver results to budget and on time; plan and communicate effectively; take pride in all that you do.
Nurture: Recognise and manage individual and team performance; create an environment for our people to develop and maximise potential; create long‑term and sustainable relationships; inspire, empower and motivate individuals to make a difference; prepare individuals for future opportunities.
Embrace Change: Challenge current thinking and express your views, but respect decisions; continually look for ways to improve; understand that change is necessary for success and embrace it; demonstrate a proactive, forward thinking approach; embrace opportunity.
Work Together: Acknowledge the efforts and contributions of others; ensure everyone’s voice in your team is heard; seek opportunities to develop and promote cross‑team working; encourage team members to take action, make decisions and learn from their mistakes; reward and recognise those who make Novus great.
Be Authentic: Act with respect and professionalism; understand the value of ownership and accountability; demonstrate a values‑driven approach; ensure your actions are sincere to earn the trust of others.

Environment + Sustainability

33% office energy use reduction

Reduced Office Energy Use

Achieved a 33% reduction in office energy consumption, exceeding the 30% target early.

95.3% landfill diversion rate

Increased Landfill Diversion

Ensured 95.3% of waste is diverted from landfills by increasing recycling and reuse efforts.

100% certified timber use

Sustainable Timber Practices

Transitioned to using 100% certified timber across all operations, ensuring responsible sourcing.

300,000 properties retrofitted

Sustain Retrofit Program

Aiming to retrofit 300,000 properties to achieve an EPC rating of C by 2030 through the 'Sustain' service.

Reduced fleet emissions by 19%, targeting a 30% reduction in travel emissions by 2026.
Reduced office paper usage by 60%.
Tripled paint-can recycling, aiming to recycle over 80% of all paint cans purchased.
Developed verifiable data collection arrangements to support an Environmental Improvement Plan.

Inclusion & Diversity

6 Meetings

WiN Network Events

The company held six company-wide meetings as part of the 'Women in Novus' network by September 2022 to promote inclusion and diversity.

Hosted and supported multiple WiN events (e.g., March and September 2022) to raise awareness of women’s achievements and challenges at work.
Committed to creating a workplace free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination.
No published gender ratio data available.

Articles

Glassdoor reviews

Trustburn client reviews

Steve Davies joins as CEO – company news

Company profile – SBEN

Company

Overview

Since 1897

Year Established

The company traces its origins back to 1897, rooted in a legacy of family business.

Hundreds of Millions GBP

Annual Revenue

The firm generates significant income through a diversified portfolio of refurbishment and retrofit projects.

100+ Years

Legacy Duration

Under one leadership lineage, the company has maintained a century-long legacy of service and growth.

It blends local presence—with offices across the UK—with the delivery strength of large-scale property services.
Its typical projects range from housing association refurbishments to healthcare, education and commercial site upgrades.
Specialist areas include residential retrofits and education facility refurbishments, showcasing technical depth.
Operating end-to-end, it covers compliance, maintenance, and build-back works under long-term frameworks.
A standout: recent multimillion-pound regional office refurbishments.

Culture + Values

Be Responsible: Protect the health, safety and wellbeing of everyone we come into contact with; contribute to activity that is honest, accurate and with best intentions; enhance the lives of individuals within the communities in which we work; ensure all activity promotes a positive and sustainable environment; take decisions in the long‑term interest of the business.
Get it Right: Demonstrate a positive, can‑do attitude; manage expectations to ensure that commitments are fulfilled; deliver results to budget and on time; plan and communicate effectively; take pride in all that you do.
Nurture: Recognise and manage individual and team performance; create an environment for our people to develop and maximise potential; create long‑term and sustainable relationships; inspire, empower and motivate individuals to make a difference; prepare individuals for future opportunities.
Embrace Change: Challenge current thinking and express your views, but respect decisions; continually look for ways to improve; understand that change is necessary for success and embrace it; demonstrate a proactive, forward thinking approach; embrace opportunity.
Work Together: Acknowledge the efforts and contributions of others; ensure everyone’s voice in your team is heard; seek opportunities to develop and promote cross‑team working; encourage team members to take action, make decisions and learn from their mistakes; reward and recognise those who make Novus great.
Be Authentic: Act with respect and professionalism; understand the value of ownership and accountability; demonstrate a values‑driven approach; ensure your actions are sincere to earn the trust of others.

Environment + Sustainability

33% office energy use reduction

Reduced Office Energy Use

Achieved a 33% reduction in office energy consumption, exceeding the 30% target early.

95.3% landfill diversion rate

Increased Landfill Diversion

Ensured 95.3% of waste is diverted from landfills by increasing recycling and reuse efforts.

100% certified timber use

Sustainable Timber Practices

Transitioned to using 100% certified timber across all operations, ensuring responsible sourcing.

300,000 properties retrofitted

Sustain Retrofit Program

Aiming to retrofit 300,000 properties to achieve an EPC rating of C by 2030 through the 'Sustain' service.

Reduced fleet emissions by 19%, targeting a 30% reduction in travel emissions by 2026.
Reduced office paper usage by 60%.
Tripled paint-can recycling, aiming to recycle over 80% of all paint cans purchased.
Developed verifiable data collection arrangements to support an Environmental Improvement Plan.

Inclusion & Diversity

6 Meetings

WiN Network Events

The company held six company-wide meetings as part of the 'Women in Novus' network by September 2022 to promote inclusion and diversity.

Hosted and supported multiple WiN events (e.g., March and September 2022) to raise awareness of women’s achievements and challenges at work.
Committed to creating a workplace free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination.
No published gender ratio data available.

Articles

Glassdoor reviews

Trustburn client reviews

Steve Davies joins as CEO – company news

Company profile – SBEN