Contracts Manager

I. Municipalidad de Recoleta; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in civil engineering and foundations is seeking a Contracts Manager to lead and manage projects across the UK. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in piling and foundations and will be responsible for operational delivery and team leadership. An attractive salary and benefits package is offered for this permanent position.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in piling, foundations, or ground engineering.
• Ability to manage contracts and projects with diplomacy and a positive attitude.
• Excellent understanding of project delivery and contract management.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver multiple projects and contracts operationally.
• Develop and implement plans ensuring service delivery goals are met.
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to improve contract terms.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Project management

Leadership

Education

AP61 (Appointed Person) certification

CSCS qualified

SMSTS qualified

Job description

This challenging and exciting opportunity requires an individual within the ground engineering or piling and foundations sectors now seeking a challenging new opportunity. Flexible UK location with some working from home, but must be willing to work or travel to sites UK wide when required.

Due to continued growth, a significant increase in workload and a number of recent contract awards, our client is now looking to recruit a Contracts Manager. Reporting to the Operations Director, the main purpose of this role will be to operationally deliver numerous piling and foundations contracts for the company through effective management, liaison with suppliers, sub-contractors and clients, and team leadership.

The Role

To manage and deliver multiple projects, sites and contracts with a hands-on approach to operational day-to-day site activities

To develop and implement plans for contracts ensuring that all goals are either achieved or bettered, with an emphasis upon service delivery, and to effectively lead the team with regard to operations, construction, staff, quality and HSE

To act as a focal point for the site team, helping to steer and guide contracts forward, ensuring client liaison and increasing service levels wherever possible

Leading the team to ensure accurate progress and project reports are produced on time

Leading teams in developing a proactive focus upon quality, overheads, manpower, programming, organisation and delivery

To liaise and interact with suppliers and sub-contractors to improve upon existing terms if possible

To ensure a high level of teamwork and cohesion between all levels of staff

To chair and direct regular meetings with staff to discuss progress, and provide the Project Manager reports as required

Report any issues to the Operations Director, keeping him informed of any potential problems that could affect the business or project operations

The Person

To have a proven track record of experience from within the piling, foundations or ground engineering sector

To have delivered and managed projects with a diplomatic and pragmatic approach, but also with a positive attitude to clients, sub-contractors and teams

Possess experience of a variety of works, including multi disciplined techniques

Possess an excellent understanding of the project delivery contracting process, coupled with the ability to help manage and develop teams, both technically and personally

Good levels of understanding of both pre and post contract stages

Ability to join an existing and established business and contribute to the operational aspects of projects and sites in a positive manner with enthusiasm and drive

A motivator of others who is able to evaluate problems or issues and offer solutions

Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, being able to relate to people at all levels in an organisation, and to establish and maintain respect both professionally and personally

A strong and supportive character able to lead project and contract operations

Robust and resilient, possessing determination and natural enthusiasm, as well as being a team player

Excellent time management skills, being able to effectively prioritise and delegate against deadlines

Open to new ideas, able to think laterally

A humanitarian approach to relationships with colleagues, staff, clients and suppliers alike

Forceful and persuasive but able to listen and communicate effectively

AP61 (Appointed Person), CSCS and SMSTS qualified

Our Client

Our client is a specialist in the design, supply and installation of all forms of heavy and specialist civil engineering, geotechnical engineering, piling and foundations contracting services. They are vastly experienced in delivering innovative solutions in a wide range of sectors including industrial, commercial and residential, with additional works such as permanent steel, sheet piled basements, retaining walls, temporary works and bracing, for the rail, road, infrastructure, and ports and harbours sectors. The in-house team make the company what it is today, all experienced construction professionals, who are passionate about their work and the company in priding themselves on being able to propose tailored solutions for complex projects.

Our client owns and operates a vast fleet of highly specialised and state of the art rigs, equipment, plant and machinery. The delivery of high-quality solutions and providing excellent value to clients are central to the company's mission, vision and values, and is seen as critical to the continued success of the business. Their staff are tirelessly dedicated to delivering the highest standards of project excellence for a wide and varied client base, which in turn ensures they continue to be a competitive force in the industry.

An attractive salary and benefits package (permanent) is on offer to the successful candidate, along with longevity of work, given the forward order workload and the companys continued commitment to growth across the UK.

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