Contracts Manager

We are currently looking for an experienced Contracts Manager for a long established, reputable refurbishment and fit out contractor based in the West Midlands. This family run business has been trading for circa 50 years now and prides itself on delivering a first-class service to its clients with a high percentage of repeat business. Due to this ongoing success and growth, they are now looking to add to the team with an additional Contracts Manager.

With an expertise in the Leisure, Education and Healthcare sectors they are looking for someone with a proven track record delivering schemes in a similar environment / business.

The Role: The Contracts Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of projects, including program planning, financial monitoring, and ensuring compliance with Health and Safety regulations as well as Company procedures, all while achieving stated objectives.

Responsibilities: You will be expected to perform the duties outlined below.

• Plan work programs and organise labour, subcontracting, and materials within budget.
• Interpret client provided drawings and specifications.
• Develop tenders into project delivery plans.
• Manage schedules, costs, and projections.
• Conduct surveys, compliance checks, and diagnose issues.
• Facilitate on-site meetings with clients, consultants, and teams.
• Present final accounts and manage variations.
• Address Health & Safety issues, directing the Site Foreman / Manager.
• Maintain and develop customer relationships.
• Monitor customer satisfaction.
• Build supplier relationships and negotiate contracts.
• Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations 2015.

Requirements: To be successful in this role, you must demonstrate the following skills:

• Effective communication skills with internal teams and clients, including the ability to lead meetings.
• Capability to manage projects from start to finish.
• Ability to prioritise workloads to achieve targets within budget.
• A good understanding of construction drawings.
• Familiarity with Health and Safety regulations and principal contractor requirements.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Commercial awareness.
• Good understanding of the commercial management of construction projects.
• Proficient IT and software skills.

Salary & Benefits:

• £55 - £60k
• Car allowance
• Company Pension
• Personal Training & Development

For further information on this opportunity please call Leigh or send your CV for details.