Contracts Manager

The Work Shop Resourcing Ltd; London; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialist construction firm is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee contract negotiations and ensure project standards in Poole. The role offers a highly competitive salary, relocation options, and additional benefits like a company pension and holiday allowance. Candidates should have strong communication skills and experience in managing contracts effectively.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

Performance bonus

Company pension

Holiday allowance

Occasional overseas travel

Relocation option available

Qualifications

• Experience in managing contracts and projects.
• Strong communication skills are essential.
• CSCS Card is essential; SMSTS or SSS is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee contract negotiations and management.
• Ensure client expectations and regulatory standards are met.
• Attending weekly site visits for quality assurance.

Skills

Budget management

Risk management

IT software proficiency

Detail orientation

Relationship building

Communication skills

H&S training

Job description

Overview

ROLE BASED IN POOLE*

Our client, based in Poole, is a leading player in the specialist construction industry, specialising in all types of consumer and commercial projects. They are extremely well established and due to continued growth they are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an organisation offering realistic and genuine growth opportunities. Not based in Poole? Our client will offer the opportunity to relocate to Poole, and would suit an ambitious individual with the drive to build the business to the next level.

As a Contracts Manager, you are responsible for overseeing contract negotiations and management, ensuring that their projects meet both client expectations and regulatory standards. Your expertise will contribute significantly to their mission of delivering exceptional service to their clients and to deadline.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing contract negotiations and management to ensure client expectations and regulatory standards are met.
• Checking standards of work.
• Raising purchase orders.
• Attending weekly site visits to ensure client satisfaction, workmanship and safety, in line with expectations.
• Compile RAM / H&S documentation.

Expertise required

• Ability to manage budgets, analyse costs, and understand how decisions impact profitability
• Strong understanding of risk management and developing strategies to mitigate them to avoid future litigation or project delays
• Confidence using IT software packages and digital tools for contract management, communication and tracking
• Ability to compile clear and concise monthly valuations for customers
• Excellent attention to detail for reviewing and approving sub contract and supplier invoices
• Strong ability of building relationships to increase repeat business
• Previous experience managing people and projects
• Exceptional communication skills both verbally and written
• H&S training - CSCS Card essential - SMSTS or SSS preferable

Benefits / What's on offer

• Highly competitive salary plus bonus and car (if required)
• Company Pension
• Holiday allowance
• Occasional overseas travel
• RELOCATION OPTION AVAILABLE
• Hours of work: 8am - 5pm Monday to Friday (some flexibility required for travel)