Contracts Manager – Fit-Out & Construction in Ferndown

Contracts Manager – Fit-Out & Construction Ferndown, Dorset Salary up to £80,000 + Car Allowance £5000 + Bonus + 25 Days Holiday Blaymires Recruitment is representing a leading building contractor based near Ferndown, who is seeking a talented Contracts Manager to join their growing team. The company has a strong reputation for delivering exceptional projects across fit-out, new build, extensions, and structural alterations for commercial, retail, hospitality, and industrial clients. Project values typically range from £1M to £15M. As the business continues to expand, they are looking for a Contracts Manager and are open to considering a Project Manager looking to take a step up or an existing Contracts Manager who wants to make a real impact within an established and forward-thinking company. The role of the Contracts Manager As Contracts Manager you will be capable of running multiple projects across the UK and will ensure that every project is completed safely, on time or ahead of time, within budget, that the project\’s objectives are met, and that the project exceeds the client’s expectations. Responsibilities of the Contracts Manager * To deliver challenging and individual fit-out and new build projects across the UK. * Arrange and attend pre-start meetings with Site Manager and client, taking account of client’s needs and expectations. * Organise the various professional people required to work on the project. * Work alongside the project QS to agree and place subcontract packages. * Work alongside the H&S Manager to obtain risk assessments and method statements from relevant contractors for review, develop construction phase plans, assemble H&S files and all other relevant documentation. * Gain a detailed understanding of the scope of works and sub-contract packages, produce order schedule and issue to Site Manager. * Work with Site Manager and subcontractors to develop project programme and issue to client when finalised. * Arrange and attend regular meetings throughout the project with sub-contractors and Site Managers. * Monitor sub-contractors to ensure guidelines are maintained. * Ensure that all the aims of the project and quality standards are met. * Keep track of progress and report on a regular basis to the Contracts Director. * Ensure that all relevant documents such as construction drawings, Architects’ instructions, CVIs, RFIs, variation schedules, valuations etc are recorded on the server and kept up to date. On Offer for the Contracts Manager * Salary up to £80,000 + Car Allowance £5000 + Bonus + 25 Days Holiday + Pension * Friendly working environment. * Ongoing training and development. * Interesting and varied work. * Career progression. To find out more about this role, contact Steve at Blaymires Recruitment