Contracts Manager - Commercial Interiors Fit-Out

Henley Chase; Andover; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A commercial interiors company in Andover is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee and coordinate fit-out projects from inception to completion. The role entails contract management, resource allocation, and maintaining safety standards across projects. Candidates should possess proven experience in commercial interiors and exceptional organizational skills. Benefits include a company pension, vehicle, and mobile phone, among others. The position requires Monday to Friday hours, with potential for additional hours as needed.

Benefits

Company pension and life assurance schemes

Company vehicle (business and personal use)

Mobile phone

Company credit card

Company laptop

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing commercial interiors fit-out projects.
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate commercial interiors fit-out projects.
• Oversee individual contracts and allocate resources.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety practices.

Job description

Contracts Manager - Commercial Interiors Fit-Out

We are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to manage and coordinate commercial interiors fit-out projects from start to finish. The role involves overseeing individual contracts, allocating labour and approved subcontractors, and ensuring adequate resources are in place to deliver projects safely, on time, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

Contract Management

• Organise and attend pre-contract meetings
• Prepare contract programmes, Health & Safety files, and all associated documentation
• Liaise closely with clients, Principal Designers/Designers, project teams, and Quantity Surveyors
• Obtain additional quotations for materials and manufactured items as required
• Place purchase orders and joinery requisitions
• Schedule site deliveries of materials, equipment, joinery, skips, etc.
• Monitor labour levels on site and control budgets in conjunction with the Contract Surveyor
• Attend site meetings as required by clients or their representatives
• Ensure projects are completed and handed over on time, with all snagging resolved to the client's satisfaction
• Maintain a high level of professionalism when dealing with clients, customers, members of the public, and site stakeholders

Health, Safety & Welfare

• Understand and comply with the Health & Safety Management System and associated procedures
• Ensure safe working practices are followed across all contracts

Other Duties

• Comply with all company policies, procedures, rules, and safe working methods
• Undertake training as required to maintain competence in the role
• Maintain high standards of site housekeeping at all times

Conditions of Service

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:30pm, with a 1-hour lunch break. Additional hours may be required to meet project deadlines, including earlier starts or later finishes where necessary.

Holiday Entitlement: 20 days annual leave plus 8 Bank Holidays, in addition to an annual Christmas shutdown (duration advised annually).

Benefits

• Company pension and life assurance schemes
• Company vehicle (business and personal use)
• Mobile phone
• Company credit card
• Company laptop