Contracts Manager in Matlock

Rayden Engineering Ltd is a Mechanical & Civil Engineering Company, based in the East Midlands of England, specialising in the pre-fabrication, welding and installation of pipework systems of a wide variety of alloys. We are involved in the installation of Cross-country Pipelines and Pipeline Diversions (up to 30) and Above Ground Installations (AGIs). We are currently executing major contracts nationwide for major oil & gas companies that include AGIs, pipelines and major civil works.

Our continued success and growth necessitates the appointment of an experienced Contracts Manager. Rayden Engineering Ltd prides itself on providing a high-quality service to its customers using a dedicated and committed team.

We require a Contracts Manager who will have a proven track record in the above-mentioned industries with contracting experience, team ethos, high levels of motivation & commercial awareness, strong IT skills, excellent written & verbal communication skills, exceptional organisation & time management skills and will be able to demonstrate a high degree of self-motivation, and hence a good understanding of the importance of consistently providing a quality service to our clients.

As Contracts Manager, your role will involve:

• Operationally and commercially responsible for the successful delivery of the portfolio of all contracts.
• Ensuring Health and Safety standards are maintained to the highest level.
• Taking overall responsibility for constructing the projects to a high standard, ensuring compliance with our clients' specifications.
• Controlling and managing project/site budgets including profit and loss, and managing budget constraints.
• Maximising profit, minimising risk & protecting commercial interests.
• Effectively managing our Contract Support Team.
• Overseeing Site Managers and Sub Contractors.
• Working with the procurement department to manage supply chains and cost-effective purchasing on site.
• Executing programmes effectively.
• Managing change throughout the construction process.
• Ensuring quality and consistency of workmanship from all trades, from appointment to completion.
• Maintaining records/diaries and actively supporting the resolution of all construction issues.
• Building positive and productive working relationships with our clients; delivering excellent customer service and seeking ways to continuously improve and exceed expectations.
• Motivating team members to achieve predetermined goals and targets.
• Being computer literate and a strong communicator both written and verbally.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience in the pipeline/utilities industry.
• Excellent understanding of the gas and oil industry.
• Excellent financial, commercial, business knowledge and people acumen to support the operational team.
• Excellent people leadership skills, with evidence of the ability to engage and motivate people at all levels.
• Strong customer service ethos.
• Excellent customer presentational ability, both verbal and written.
• Proven track record in commercial, financial, operational, risk management, project planning & tracking ability and skills including working knowledge of a number of model forms of contract (e.g. NEC3 & 4).
• Sufficient expertise to support and advise the operational team on effective contractual and commercial approaches as well as to deliver and implement these.
• Proven ability to manage and develop a professional and effective operational team, ensuring objectives are set, monitored and achieved; and that all employees are appraised and have a personal development plan.
• The willingness and ability to 'roll up their sleeves', work well amongst others, and knowledgeably deliver contractually and commercially.
• The ability to demonstrate a good track record; working on civil/mechanical engineering projects and have a good understanding of the key issues affecting quality, safety and progress, along with the commercial elements of all projects.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and be looking to progress their career.

Applicants should have a Construction related Higher National Certificate, Degree or equivalent, with previous contracts management experience of at least 10 years.

Salary: Competitive salary + excellent benefits package. If you feel you can make a strong contribution to our company please apply in writing enclosing your current CV.