Contracts Manager - General Building Works

Contracts Manager, General Building Works

The Company:
A long-established general building and contracting company based near Stanstead Airport. The Company has a busy and varied workload in new build and renovation type projects. This is a great opportunity for the right person to work alongside the Director and grow with the company.

The Job:
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with at least 3 years’ experience in a similar position and who enjoys a varied role. They are looking for someone who is an experienced contracts manager, able to manage both direct employed tradesmen and sub-contract teams. The successful candidate will be expected to manage their projects to the agreed budget, on programme, in line with Health & Safety standards and meet expectations from both client and company.

Key Experience and Skills:

• SMSTS, First Aid and CSCS are required.
• Health & Safety training records
• Formal qualification in trade background or HND (or equivalent)
• Computer Skills & Microsoft Office Software - Word, Excel, Outlook etc.
• A proven comprehensive overall knowledge of construction procedures and techniques
• Diagnoses of building faults
• Compiling scope of works
• Cost estimating and surveying
• Good at fostering client and supply chain relations
• Exceptional communication (both verbal and written)
• Proactive and highly adaptable
• High attention to detail
• Holder of a Full UK Drivers Licence

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare project details from initial enquiry for estimating and tendering purposes
• Develop effective client and partner relationships in order to identify and secure profitable work.
• Preparation of documentation and files for effective control of projects
• Prepare and place material and sub-contract orders
• Organise daily workload and timetables for direct trades and sub-contract personnel
• Compilation of accurate management, financial and performance information
• Lead effective and positive approach to Health & Safety performance
• Prepare project valuations and invoices
• Working with the office team to plan and set up effective use of resources
• Motivate and guide site staff performance, including setting out clear key work objectives

Package:

• Salary: £45,000 pa
• 22 days paid annual holiday, plus Bank Holidays
• Access to Pension scheme
• Company vehicle or Car allowance scheme
• Laptop and mobile phone

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