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Contracts Manager

Hays Construction and Property

Ipswich

On-site

GBP 45,000 - 75,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced contracts manager to oversee multiple projects in the civils and groundworks sector. In this dynamic role, you will be responsible for managing project timelines, ensuring effective communication with clients and contractors, and maximizing profitability. This position offers an excellent salary and benefits package, along with opportunities for ongoing training and professional development. If you have a strong background in groundwork and a passion for leadership, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the construction industry.

Qualifications

  • Technical experience in groundwork on large-scale residential developments.
  • Previous experience as a contracts manager in civil/groundwork.

Responsibilities

  • Manage multiple projects from inception through the work programme.
  • Maintain effective relationships with clients and contractors.
  • Oversee health and safety initiatives.

Skills

Leadership Skills
Project Management
Problem Solving
Client Relationship Management
Dispute Resolution

Job description

Your new company
Our client is a leading civils and groundworks contractor across East Anglia. They work across numerous sectors but have a prominent presence in residential construction, offering groundworks packages to some of the largest developers in the market.

Your new role
As an experienced contracts manager, you will look after multiple projects from inception, throughout the programme of work. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Maintaining effective and long-term relationships with clients and contractors
  • Programme planning and management
  • Being proactive in identifying and resolving problems
  • Ability to maximise profitability
  • Dispute resolution
  • Reviewing methods of working
  • Overall responsibility for health and safety initiatives

What you'll need to succeed

  • Technical experience in groundwork, specifically on large-scale residential developments
  • Previous experience as a contracts manager within a civil/groundwork environment
  • High level of leadership and management skills

What you'll get in return
You will receive an excellent salary and package, as well as ongoing training and development opportunities.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Tiffany Vanderloo now on (phone number removed).

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