Contracts Manager

TN United Kingdom; Seaham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Contracts Manager R&M in Seaham. This permanent full-time role involves overseeing project delivery, managing client relationships, and ensuring quality standards are met. The position offers a competitive salary, car allowance, and benefits including a pension scheme and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Pension scheme

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Life cover up to 3 times salary

Employee assistance and mental wellbeing programs

Employee discount schemes

Cycle to work scheme

Learning opportunities and professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in construction project management or related field.
• Proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver responsive works, meeting all client KPIs.
• Coordinate with contractors and suppliers for efficient project delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Masters in construction management

Qualifications in construction management

Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

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EQUANS is recruiting for a Contracts Manager R&M based in Seaham. This is a permanent full-time role working 38.5 hours per week. The package includes a competitive salary, car allowance, bonus, and benefits.

Overview

The Contracts Manager oversees the successful delivery of responsive projects to clients, ensuring completion on time, within budget, and to quality standards, meeting KPIs. Initially, the role manages Anchor responsive works by ARPS, with potential to expand to other clients. The role involves managing multiple clients, coordinating project teams, and stakeholder communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver responsive works, meeting all client KPIs and commitments.
• Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers for efficient project delivery.
• Develop and manage project schedules, resources, and budgets.
• Identify risks and implement corrective actions.
• Communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders.
• Monitor and report on project performance.
• Ensure quality control and compliance with standards.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, contractors, and suppliers.
• Manage exclusions from the PPP contract efficiently.

Complexity

This role involves high complexity in problem-solving and decision-making, including:

• Managing project risks and delivery issues.
• Developing project management strategies.
• Handling conflicting priorities and stakeholder expectations.
• Resolving complex issues and negotiations.

Higher-level problems include:

• Complex project delivery issues requiring senior management.
• Client disputes or negotiations.
• Critical delays or cost overruns needing urgent resolution.

What We Offer

Competitive salary and benefits, including:

• Pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays
• Life cover up to 3 times salary
• Employee assistance and mental wellbeing programs
• Employee discount schemes
• Cycle to work scheme
• Learning opportunities and professional development

Candidate Requirements

Qualifications and Experience:

• Experience in construction project management or related field.
• Qualifications in construction management, Civil Engineering, or similar.
• Proven track record of delivering projects on time, within budget, to quality standards.
• Leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Masters in construction management or related field preferred.
• Professional certifications like PRINCE2, APMP.
• Experience in UK construction industry.
• Familiarity with industry software like MS Project, Primavera.

Key Attributes

• Ability to work across large geographical areas.
• Confident, self-motivated, flexible, and adaptable.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Team player and independent worker.
• Resilient and proactive.

About Us

EQUANS is a global leader in energy services with nearly 50,000 employees in over 50 countries and an annual turnover exceeding €17 billion. In the UK & Ireland, we provide technical, FM, regeneration, and energy services, specializing in smart buildings, green mobility, and renewable energy solutions. We support the energy transition towards net zero and digital transformation. EQUANS is part of the Bouygues group.

Next Steps

If interested, please register, apply, and track your application online. Our Resourcing Team will review your application and contact you.

We value diversity and inclusion, offering a supportive environment where everyone can thrive. Our employee networks include WiE, RISE, LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN, and Disability Network.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We do not offer relocation packages. Some roles may require a Disclosure check. All inquiries should be directed to our Resourcing Team, not directly to managers.