Contract manager (MEP) Civils EV installation

AGM Construction Recruitment; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Contract Manager to oversee civil construction projects across the UK. This pivotal role involves project planning, resource management, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. You will lead a team of site managers, conduct audits, and drive project performance to achieve delivery goals. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are passionate about delivering high-quality construction projects, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking company that values your expertise and offers a supportive atmosphere for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project management within civil construction.
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage project planning and resource allocation for civil construction.
• Conduct audits and inspections to ensure compliance with H&S standards.

Skills

Project Management

Civil Construction Knowledge

Health & Safety Compliance

Team Leadership

Budget Management

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Professional certifications in Project Management

Tools

Project Management Software

Construction Management Tools

Job description

This role is UK wide

Overview and Main Responsibilities:

The Contract Manager holds a pivotal role in project planning, ensuring optimal resourcing for upcoming projects and appointing competent site managers for each project. The Contract Manager is tasked with driving project performance to achieve a 97% delivery rate to the program and promptly reporting any risks or issues affecting program delivery to the senior management team.

Role Responsibilities:

1. Provide final approval for civil construction drawings before their implementation.
2. Attend weekly planning meetings with the aligned Ops manager and their team.
3. Develop civil construction project programs for all sites and submit them to the ICP team for integration into the overall project program.
4. Collaborate with the procurement team to review awarded projects, ensuring timely material orders with purchase orders and requisition sheets in place.
5. Review weekly site reports from site managers before submission to the client.
6. Line manage site managers, approving annual leave, updating sickness absence records, etc.
7. Conduct monthly one-on-ones with site managers, reviewing performance and assisting in their professional development.
8. Lead weekly project calls with the civils department, providing updates and facilitating knowledge sharing to address individual project risks and issues.
9. Attend project update calls with clients, frequency determined on a project-by-project basis.
10. Conduct one Health & Safety (H&S) Audit and one Quality of Work (QOW) inspection per month.
11. Assist the SHEQ team in preparing the site H&S folder.
12. Ensure proper site setup for each project, including noticeboards, banners, and signage.
13. Collaborate with the SHEQ team to regularly review construction H&S documentation for validity and updates.
14. Complete annual reviews of subcontractors to ensure compliance with H&S requirements.
15. Aid the H&S team in accident or incident investigations.
16. Assist in onboarding new subcontractors, ensuring they possess the relevant experience for civil construction work.
17. Collaborate with the commercial estimating team during quotes for civil construction work, ensuring comprehensive scope capture and costing.
18. Review civil construction budget before project initiation, sharing details with the site manager.
19. Drive project productivity to maintain or exceed budgetary goals.
20. Ensure no variations to contract work commence without written agreement from the commercial team.
21. Review civil project production monthly at CVR reviews, ensuring adherence to or exceeding budget.
22. Conduct a project completion commercial review with the commercial team, applying lessons learned for future projects and developing cost-saving initiatives.