Contracts Manager
Role and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Lead and manage site teams consisting of Project Managers and Site Managers to ensure works are progressing as planned.
- Ensure all company health and safety procedures are implemented and followed.
- Establish works are completed within time frames noted on the construction programme.
- Check and understand all drawings and specifications. Ensure that any errors/omissions are formally communicated to the design team in timely manner.
- Review designs and make recommendations on buildability and cost saving for the client while maintaining quality and improving margin.
- Oversee timely flow of information from the design team and ensure all matters arising are addressed by site team.
- Ensure all long lead-time materials or subcontract packages are coordinated in a timely fashion by Site team.
- Close liaison with the Construction Director to ensure business objectives and project strategies are met and exceeded.
- Commercially minded – work with project QS’s to manage project finances and work to exceed budget targets.
- Maintain maximum cost effectiveness through efficient use of resources.
- Ensure compliance with drawings, specification, building regulations and good building practise.
- Establish project resource requirements are met and lead \ motivate the project team
- Ensure compliance with local statutory and regulatory obligations
- Report to Directors and provide monthly report regarding progress updates on programme.
The ideal candidate should possess the following qualifications and skills:
- Engineering or construction qualification and 5-7 years’ experience in similar role.
- Team management/leadership experience and ability to mentor and develop staff.
- Good time management skills and ability to meet agreed deadlines.
- Must have strong knowledge of building detail and construction technology.
- Excellent written, oral communication and time management skills.
- Strong IT skills with use of Word, Excel, MS Project
- Procore experience helpful.