Contracts Manager

CLC Group Limited; Watford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property maintenance and refurbishment group is seeking a Contracts Manager to oversee multiple contracts valued at up to £3m. This role involves managing project delivery, maintaining high standards of safety and quality, and fostering strong client relationships. Candidates should have substantial experience in contract management and a keen understanding of planning and budgeting processes.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Car allowance

Company Sick Pay

Life Insurance

Private Healthcare (upon successful probation)

Bonus scheme (eligible after 1 year of service)

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role required.
• Extensive experience as a Contracts Manager/Project Manager on projects up to £3m.
• Ability to manage refurbishment works and cyclical redecoration projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee contracts management and delivery for projects up to £3m.
• Ensure projects meet quality standards, budget, and deadlines.
• Develop strong client relationships and ensure H&S compliance.

Skills

Contract administration

Planning

Estimating

Health & Safety

Staff management

Relationship building

Microsoft Office

Flexibility

Education

City and Guilds in a construction trade

Job description

CLC is one of the UK’s leading property maintenance and refurbishment groups with a turnover of c.£250m, around 1,000 employees, and a national presence serving sectors such as social housing, defence, hotel and leisure, healthcare, education, and more.

CLC has grown significantly over the last few years and has ambitious growth plans to double in size in the next 4 years.

To support our continued growth, we are looking for a Contracts Manager to join our team.

Key Roles And Responsibilities

As the Contracts Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Oversee the management and delivery of a number of contracts, both new work and refurbishment, up to the value of £3m
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to required quality standards
• Attend regular meetings and site visits
• Assist in the coordination, preparation, processing, and selection of estimates, bids, and tenders
• Prepare monthly applications for payment and cost variations
• Assist in selecting the site team and suitable contractors
• Ensure all necessary contract documentation and reports are accurate and produced on time
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships
• Ensure H&S compliance is met within designated contracts

Person Specification

To excel in this role, you should possess the following qualifications, experience, and attributes:

• Previous experience in a similar role
• Extensive experience as a Contracts Manager/Project Manager on projects up to £3m
• Experience in contract administration, planning, estimating, tender processes, health & safety, and staff management
• Ability to build good working relationships and work to tight deadlines
• Proficient in Microsoft Office packages
• Experience delivering planned works within occupied environments
• City and Guilds in a construction trade (advantageous)
• Commercial awareness of project progress
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Flexibility to manage refurbishment works, cyclical redecoration, and kitchen and bathroom projects

What we can offer

• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Car allowance
• Company Sick Pay
• Life Insurance
• Private Healthcare (upon successful probation)
• Bonus scheme (eligible after 1 year of service)

An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check will be carried out.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sectors of the community.