Contract Manager

ATK Solutions; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A consultancy firm based in Guildford, UK, is seeking a Contract Manager with experience in passive fire. The role involves overseeing fire projects, managing contracts, and maintaining relationships with clients. Successful candidates will have strong communication skills and a solid understanding of contract law. A salary of £50,000 to £65,000 p/a is offered, alongside various employee benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Continuous learning opportunities

Professional growth

Employee referral scheme

Pension and holiday perks

Qualifications

• Experience in passive fire, contract management or a related discipline.
• Strong understanding of contract law and negotiation techniques.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of passive fire projects and contract management.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients.
• Coordinate with project teams to fulfill contractual obligations.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies.

Skills

Experience in passive fire

Contract management

Strong understanding of contract law

Excellent verbal communication

Excellent written communication

Risk management principles

Ability to work to tight deadlines

Good IT skills

Tools

Microsoft software

Job description

Overview

Our client is a leading passive fire, fire engineering and Consultancy Business, specialising in providing high-standard passive fire engineering solutions for clients across various industries, including Construction, Sport and Leisure, Housing, Education, Commercial, Manufacturing, and Industrial sectors.

This role can be hybrid and work from home.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of passive fire projects, contract management, including negotiating, drafting, and finalising contracts with clients and subcontractors.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, ensuring their requirements are clearly understood and met.
• Coordinate with project teams to ensure contractual obligations are fulfilled, and projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Identify potential risks and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct thorough reviews of contracts to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and industry standards.
• Prepare detailed reports and documentation to support project deliverable and regulatory submissions.
• Manage and resolve any contract-related disputes or issues that may arise during the project life cycle.

Qualifications

• Experience in passive fire, contract management or a related discipline, preferably within the engineering or construction industry.
• Strong understanding of contract law, negotiation techniques, and risk management principles.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines, prioritise workload, and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Self-motivated and a good team player, demonstrating professionalism, positivity, and productivity.
• Good IT skills and familiarity with Microsoft software.
• A good understanding of the standards related to the industry.

Benefits

• Work within a friendly and supportive team environment.
• Opportunities for continuous learning, professional growth, and career advancement.
• Training and CPD opportunities to expand your knowledge and skills.
• Employee referral scheme.
• Salary 50,000 to 65,000 p/a depending on experience.
• All the pension and holiday perks etc.

We are seeking a Contract Manager, ideally with Passive Fire experience, with excellent personal and communication skills and who wants to progress in the sector.

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to enhance your career. If you are a Contract Manager considering your next opportunity, please contact Alan Atkinson for further information and submit your CV outlining your experience in the sector.