This is a fantastic opportunity to a high growth main contractor as a Contracts Manager to lead at least 2 projects in a fast growing main contractor with circa £80m of secured work for next year.

Client Details

This opportunity is a newly-created role with a small main contractor which has grown significantly in the last 3 years to a point where they now have £80m of secured work for next year. They work across a range of projects including conversions, refurbishments, façade replacements, etc. With a strong pipeline of work and further growth opportunities this position provides an excellent platform for future career development and is offered with hybrid working.

Description

As the Contracts Manager you will oversee at least 2 London based projects. You will bring technical expertise to the business as well as rigour to the project management process. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing a portfolio of construction projects in London from inception to completion.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with quality standards.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Support project delivery through generating technical solutions
• Negotiate and administer contracts, including reviewing and approving project budgets, monitoring costs, and managing variations.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Implement and enforce health and safety policies on construction sites.
• Collaborate with the project team to resolve any issues that may arise during construction.
• Provide regular project updates to senior management.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress and ensure compliance with contract requirements.

Profile

Applicants for this Contracts Manager role will:

• Demonstrate proven experience as a Contracts Manager or Project Manager in the construction industry.
• Ideally have a technical construction related qualification (e.g. RICS, RIBA, ICE, etc.)
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, regulations, and procedures.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Proficient in project management software and Microsoft Office Suite.

You must have the right to work in the UK and will be comfortable travelling within London for site visits.

Job Offer

This position will offer the successful candidate autonomy and independence, hybrid working, future career development, and the chance to play a key role in the growth of the organisation.

Salary on offer is between £70,000-£80,000 (depending on experience) + discretionary bonus, auto-enrol pension, life insurance, and 25 days annual leave.