Construction Contracts Manager

ZipRecruiter; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in building maintenance and construction is seeking a Construction Contracts Manager to oversee various projects across the South of England. This role focuses on delivering high-quality results while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. With responsibilities in contract management and team leadership, it is ideal for someone eager to advance their career in a supportive environment. The position offers numerous benefits, including a company car and pension scheme.

Benefits

Company car

Life insurance

Childcare vouchers

Defined contribution pension scheme (8%)

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in construction management.
• Qualifications in Temporary Works Coordination, SMSTS, and First Aid (3 day).
• Experience with Programming Software such as MS Projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct delivery of construction and refurbishment projects.
• Manage contracts ensuring client objectives are met while maintaining high standards.
• Coordinate production of Pre-Construction information and oversee operational delivery.

Skills

Construction Management

Contract Administration

Health and Safety Management

Commercial Decision Making

Education

Professional qualification (MCIOB)

Degree/HNC qualified

Tools

Programming Software (Ideally MS Projects)

Job description

Job Description

Our client specialises in providing professional and high-quality construction, refurbishment, building maintenance and facilities management services across the south of England. Their main purpose, and goal is to enhance people’s lives within the community they work, live, and play. Their people are integral to everything they wish to achieve, and they know that if they look after their people, they will look after their customers. They can only do all of this with like minded people who align with their ethos of “Integrity, built in.”

They have an exciting opportunity for a Construction Contracts Manager to join their dynamic team. You will be based out of their Portsmouth offices, and the role will require travel across the South of England to sites. As part of the Building Projects team, you will be responsible for leading and directing the delivery of a wide range of Construction & Refurbishment projects with values from circa £250k to £3.5 million across various sectors. You will ensure the achievement of business plan objectives, with a particular focus on quality and high standards of Health and Safety.

Construction Contracts Manager – Responsibilities

- Provide support to the Operations Manager and Building Projects Director

- Co-ordinate production of Pre-Construction information as required

- Ensure you and your site managers are operating in accordance with the Construction Management System (CMS).

- Oversee the operational delivery of contracts ensuring the client’s objectives are met and that high standards of Health & Safety, Environmental and Quality management are maintained.

- Appoint as necessary or take and own the project role of Temporary Works Co-ordinator.

- Lead the Site Managers, supporting them in the delivery of their roles

- Manage contracts by invoking robust contract administration, programming, good commercial decision making and financial discipline

- Ensure relevant construction programmes are produced and maintained, including tender, construction, target and weekly / monthly look-ahead as required by the individual project.

- To ensure the establishment and management of an effective supply chain.

- With the support of the Q.S. ensure timely valuations and contractual procedures are met.

- Provide project progress reports and updates to clients and the Executive.

- Identify future clients and build relationships to help Mountjoy secure future work.

Construction Contracts Manager – Required Skills

- Minimum 5 years’ experience in construction management.

- Use of Programming Software (Ideally MS Projects).

- Professional qualification (MCIOB) or Degree/HNC qualified.

- Temporary Works Co-Ordinator, SMSTS, and First Aid (3 day) qualified.

This Construction Contracts Manager position is well suited to an individual that is looking to advance their career and gain hands-on experience in a thriving and supportive workplace. The role comes with several benefits including, company car, life insurance, childcare vouchers, and a defined contribution pension scheme of 8% (5% employer, 3 % employee). It also provides the opportunity to add real value, in a diverse role, with a great team.

Apply now to be considered for their Construction Contracts Manager role.