Contract Manager

Reed; Haslemere; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company with over 100 years of history is seeking a Contract Manager in Haslemere. This role involves managing both commercial and residential projects, ensuring compliance with various contract formats while fostering client relationships for successful project delivery.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Supportive and collaborative work environment.

Opportunity to work on diverse community projects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing commercial construction projects.
• Familiarity with various contract formats.
• Strong understanding of site management and legal aspects.

Responsibilities

• Manage and review contracts for compliance.
• Oversee delivery, staffing, and project operations.
• Ensure project completion to client satisfaction.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Experience with JCT, NEC, and Construction Management contracts

Understanding of health and safety regulations

Tools

Construction Administration Reporting Packages

Job description

Contract Manager

• Annual Salary: Negotiable
• Location: Haslemere
• Job Type: Full-time

Join our well established Client, a renowned leader in the construction industry with over 100 years of history. We are seeking a Contract Manager to oversee both commercial and residential projects. This role is integral to their operations, involving direct interaction with senior management and clients to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality projects.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Interface with potential clients to secure commercial construction projects, demonstrating expertise in our products and on-site requirements.
• Review and manage contracts, ensuring compliance with JCT/NEC/Construction Management and other contract formats.
• Oversee the CAD/Installation managers for residential projects, ensuring seamless operations and client satisfaction.
• Coordinate with internal teams and clients to agree on work programs, ensuring timely delivery and installation of projects.
• Manage on-site arrangements including delivery, scaffolding, staffing, and supervision.
• Handle contract-related financial aspects such as tenders, bill of materials, contract values, applications, variations, and payments.
• Ensure all projects are completed to the client's satisfaction, fostering repeat business and maintaining profitability.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in managing commercial construction projects, with capability to assist on larger residential projects.
• Familiarity with various contract formats such as JCT, NEC, and Construction Management.
• Strong understanding of design/CDM obligations, site management, health and safety, and legal aspects of contracts.
• Excellent communication, computing, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of construction industry contract and administration reporting packages.
• Desirable: Ability to handle accreditation packages like Construction Line.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with a historic company known for quality and innovation.
• Involvement in diverse projects with significant impact on the community.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

To apply for this Contract Manager position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.