Job Description
Role: Contracts Manager
Location: South-West London
Salary: £60k - £70k
The Company:
We are currently looking for an experienced Contracts Manager, on behalf of our client, a leading name in property development looking to add to their management team due to continued success of the business. They have built an enviable reputation in the high-end residential sector for their quality of work and meticulous attention to detail and as such are steadily growing. Their projects are generally new-build and refurbishment of high-end residential premises, however the kind of works vary greatly so we are looking for a versatile individual with a variety of experience. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Contracts manager looking for an opportunity to join a winning firm with great career prospects.
The Role:
Reporting to the Construction Director, your responsibilities will include but not be limited to;
- Lead site teams in carrying out projects in an effective and efficient manner
- Ensure that adequate pre-contract planning is carried out including method statements, contract program and site layout
- Be responsible for the health & safety plan in conjunction with the H&S Advisor
- Arrange and chair internal pre-start/estimating handover meetings
- Arrange external pre-contract meetings with C/A and other interested parties
- Allocate, distribute and action of technical information
- Maintain sufficient information to enable the progress of actions
- Prepare internal and external progress reports
- Oversee the day to day management of the contracts
- Recommend improvements to existing systems or procedures as appropriate
- Monitor the quality of work to ensure that all works comply with the relevant standards
- Monitor and check the costs in conjunction with the contract to ensure the projects are kept within budget
To be successful in the role you will possess the following skills and attributes:
- Must have a demonstrated track record in contracts management within a High-End Residential contractor/developer environment
- Must have commercial awareness and JCT contract knowledge
- Experience with managing large high-end residential contracts
- SMSTS
- CSCS Card
- First Aid
- Have excellent communication and problem solving skills
- Must be computer literate
If you would like to be considered for this role or any other opportunities, please submit your CV, or for a confidential discussion, please get in touch with Tom Fitzpatrick on 0207 248 0000.
