Contracts Manager

Cresco Consulting; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in Stellenbosch is looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee multiple construction projects from start to finish. The ideal candidate will have at least 15 years of experience and a strong background in managing various project aspects, including budgeting, compliance, and team dynamics. This role involves project planning, subcontractor management, and quality control to ensure timely delivery of high-quality construction outcomes. Strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail are vital in this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years' experience as a Contracts Manager.
• Experience in managing construction projects, including multi-level and commercial buildings, is essential.
• Ability to interpret architectural and engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a comprehensive construction program within seven days of being awarded the project.
• Manage sub-contractors and ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Conduct site visits and evaluate project progress against the program.

Skills

Project management

Team motivation

Attention to detail

Stakeholder relationships

Education

Tertiary diploma or degree in building, quantity surveying, or construction management

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

CCS programming

Job description

CS Property Group - Contracts Manager

Our client, CS Property Group, is seeking to employ an experienced Contracts Manager who will take full responsibility to successfully manage and execute projects within given specifications, timelines, and budgets.

The ideal candidate will have at least 12 years' experience and will have started as a Construction Manager who grew into a Contracts Manager.

Essential characteristics include: the ability to manage 4 – 5 projects simultaneously, the ability to motivate a team, high attention to detail, deadline-driven, and an ability to build and maintain good relationships with stakeholders.

CS Property Group has focused on constructing high-quality buildings in the residential, industrial, and commercial spheres for the past 25 years.

They pride themselves on delivering high-quality construction projects that stand the test of time.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Project Planning (60%)
   • Prepare a comprehensive construction program, including critical timelines, and a schedule of information required for the project, within seven days of being awarded the project.
   • Liaise with the professional team regarding the project information they require, e.g., site instructions issued, information required from site, or any other specifications or details required.
   • In conjunction with the Quantity Surveyor, ensure that all materials and labour have been listed, costed, and approved.
2. Subcontractor Appointment and Compliance
   • Appoint sub-contractors, including labour, and supply and fit.
   • Ensure that the sub‑contractor appointments are within budget.
   • Ensure that all necessary shop drawings are received from the various sub‑contractors.
   • Ensure that sub‑contractors are health and safety compliant and that they have an up‑to‑date health and safety file.
   • Inform the Construction Manager of the details of the construction programme and schedule of information.
   • Provide the Construction Manager with specifications of all materials needed as well as details of specialist suppliers and sub‑contractors.
   • Ensure that the Construction Manager is aware of and capable of delivering on any specific construction methods that may be required by the project.
3. Project Management (40%)
   • Manage and support the Construction Manager with daily tasks, where necessary, to successfully complete the project.
   • Ensure that the Construction Manager is up to date with project changes by continuously issuing him with the latest drawings and construction details.
   • Conduct site visits and regular site meetings with the Construction Manager.
   • During site meetings, evaluate progress of the project against the programme.
   • Assess quality of work delivered and quality control measures implemented on site by the Construction Manager.
   • Ensure that the Construction Manager continuously snags the project.
   • Assess whether health and safety standards are implemented and adhered to.
   • Discuss work schedule for the subsequent two weeks.
   • Provide the Construction Manager with feedback regarding progress, problems, or shortcomings on the project.
   • Ensure that any issues given to the Construction Manager for attention are followed up during subsequent site meetings.
   • Administration post site visit: compile two‑weekly progress reports, as per company template, to provide the CEO and professional team with feedback on projects.
   • Make changes to the construction programme, where necessary, to complete work within the planned timeframe and budget.
   • Submit and manage notifications of possible delays, and delay claims, as per the JBCC contract to ensure that the project's practical completion date is updated throughout the project.
   • Sub‑contractor payment approval: give final approval of sub‑contractor payments (two‑weekly and monthly) based on progress, quality, budget, and completed work.
   • Finalisation of project: obtain all necessary compliance certificates prior to completion of the project including the occupation certificate; provide the Office Administrator with these certificates.

Desired Experience & Qualification

1. Academic requirements
   • Tertiary diploma or degree in building, quantity surveying, or construction management.
2. Experience
   • Minimum of fifteen years' experience as a Contracts Manager.
   • Experience in managing construction projects such as the building of multi‑level buildings and commercial buildings, as well as houses is essential.
   • A degree in Engineering is not essential but could be advantageous.
3. Technical knowledge and skills
   • Computer literate in standard Microsoft packages - Outlook, Word, Excel, and Project.
   • Ability to program projects on CCS is essential.
   • Know and understand all trades for the construction of residential/commercial buildings in terms of construction methods.
   • Good knowledge of different types of construction materials in terms of lead times/availability, standard lengths, sizes, mixes, quantities, quantities delivered, colour, profiles, curing time, etc.
   • Ability to interpret and understand architectural and engineering drawings, including the understanding of set‑out drawings, datum levels, structural drawings, and bending schedules.
   • Know and understand setting‑out methods in terms of checking squares and datum heights, with the use of surveying equipment.
   • Good knowledge of National Building Regulations and NHBRC specifications.

Interested? If you believe you are a suitable candidate for this position, please apply.