Contracts Manager – Building & Construction

Contracts Manager – Building & Construction
Essex (Basildon)
Salary: £50-£60k flexible DOE + Bonus + Company Vehicle
Permanent
Job Reference: SC989823

Experienced Contracts Manager / Construction Manager required.

A growing commercial principal contractor with an unrivalled reputation for customer satisfaction is seeking a Contracts Manager to join their busy and expanding team. If you are looking to work in a thriving environment big enough to take on substantial commercial works but small enough for your efforts to be recognized, this could be the opportunity you have been looking for.

The company, which delivers fit-out, refurb, and the full range of construction services, is seeking a Contracts Manager with qualifications in Building and/or Trade qualifications, or equivalent experience, along with a solid commercial background. They must have full experience, knowledge, and understanding of the wide range of various building trades, including up-to-date building techniques and methodologies.

The Contracts Manager's responsibilities include all commercial aspects of the projects from inception to project delivery through to completion and final account. The successful Contracts Manager will have a proactive approach and be an effective communicator, with proven experience in negotiating both internally and externally with customers. This position would also suit a Senior Project Manager looking for a step up to Contracts Manager.

Main Duties:

1. Manage building projects in a profitable and credible way, whilst endeavoring to exceed client expectations.
2. Ensure all company policies and procedures are adhered to.
3. Co-ordinate and manage contracts and pre-start meetings.
4. Manage on-site labor and subcontractors.
5. Attend regular meetings with clients to review the operation of the contracts and to assess and maintain client satisfaction.
6. Make site visits to price jobs and prepare estimates.
7. Undertake site safety and site maintenance inspections where necessary.

Key Skills & Experience:

1. Commercial awareness.
2. Planning and communication skills.
3. Health & Safety Management.
4. Ability to manage change.
5. Management skills.
6. Good computer literacy – to include MS Office.
7. Negotiation skills.

Ideally educated to degree level or equivalent, but this is not mandatory.

The ideal candidate will hold certificates in:

• SMSTS
• CSCS
• First Aid

For more information on this Contracts Manager Role Position, please contact Sam Clark at Adore Recruitment.

Please note you will be asked to provide eligibility to work in the UK.