Contract Manager

JDB Refurbishments Ltd; Kettering; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Contracts Manager to lead their industrial roofing projects. This pivotal role involves overseeing subcontractors, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and managing project profitability. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in refurbishment and cladding, along with excellent communication and management skills. Join a forward-thinking company that values quality and safety, and play a key role in driving their growth and success in the construction sector. If you are passionate about delivering high standards and thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project management within construction.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of multiple projects efficiently.
• Oversee subcontractors and ensure compliance with contract conditions.

Skills

Project Management

Health & Safety Compliance

Communication Skills

Subcontractor Management

Risk Management

Site Surveying

Refurbishment Knowledge

Education

CSCS Certification

SMSTS Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Job Title: Industrial Roofing and Refurbishment Contracts Manager

Company: JDB Refurbishments Ltd

Job Description:

Experienced Contracts Manager required by growing Refurbishment Company specialising in Industrial Roofing. JDB are a specialist roofing and cladding contractor that provide a complete roofing service for commercial, factory, warehouse and industrial properties as well as having substantial experience in the areas of new build, refurbishment and maintenance and repairs.

The Contract Management role is a critical position within JDB. The job holder will be responsible for working with the Managing Director and internal colleagues, in addition to spearheading the company’s growth with new and existing clients – ensuring that bids and opportunities are translated effectively into profitable projects.

You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of projects, ensuring that they are run efficiently, profitably, and that all contract conditions are complied with. You must ensure that all work is completed to a high standard and in a safe working manner.

Key Duties:

1. Recruiting, overseeing and managing subcontractors
2. Site surveys and measurement
3. Preparation of Risk and Method statements
4. Enforcing and monitoring Health & Safety practices and CDM regulations on site
5. Production of programmes of work
6. The running of projects at various sites at any one time
7. Experience of Microsoft office, Excel, Word, Outlook etc
8. Attend contract handovers from estimating
9. Communicate accurate and timely information to the team
10. Give accurate project labour costs, materials, and production times
11. Develop the Contracts department in line with the company growth strategy
12. Liaising with subcontractors regarding orders for materials, components, plant and specialist services
13. To ensure that all specific materials ordered are received on or before their due delivery dates.
14. Full understanding of each project Specification
15. Monitor quality on each site
16. Attendance of regular site meetings with Client, Architect, Quantity Surveyor, Planning Supervisor etc.
17. Research new best value suppliers/sub-contractors
18. Site qualifications to include CSCS and SMSTS
19. Strong background in refurbishment, metal cladding, composite, single-ply, asbestos awareness

Due to the vast amount of applications that we receive, it is not possible for us to contact all applicants. Therefore, if you have not heard from us within 5 working days, then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion; however, we will register your details for consideration against future opportunities.

Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Construction