Interim Contract Delivery and Quality Manager - Location: North London - Pay Rate: £34.95 per hour (umbrella) We are seeking a highly skilled Interim Contract Delivery and Quality Manager to manage and commission large-scale projects, including mechanical and electrical services, responsive repairs, maintenance, and planned refurbishment works. This role is essential to achieving the Council's objectives of delivering value for money, high-quality services, and outstanding outcomes for stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: - Project Commissioning & Contract Management - Oversee multi-million-pound contracts for mechanical and electrical services, responsive repairs, servicing, and planned maintenance projects. - Ensure projects meet agreed outcomes, Council objectives, and affordability targets, with a focus on value for money and high-quality service delivery. - Project Accountability - Lead all stages of project management, including feasibility studies, design, procurement, delivery, cost control, and quality assurance. - Provide comprehensive contract management from inception to final account for planned maintenance and refurbishment projects. - Technical Advice & Guidance - Deliver up-to-date building surveying and technical advice to the Property Services Team, council members, and customers. - Ensure recommendations and decisions are well-informed and technically robust. Essential Knowledge and Skills: - Comprehensive M&E Knowledge: Strong expertise in mechanical and electrical services and building systems. - Building Construction & Maintenance: Thorough understanding of building techniques, contract law, and administration. - Diagnostic Skills: Ability to identify building defects and recommend effective remedial solutions. - Health & Safety: Familiarity with statutory regulations, CDM compliance, asbestos awareness, and risk assessments. - Technical Trade Expertise: Knowledge of domestic building techniques and trades, including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and wet trades.