About the role
Role: (Senior) Contracts Manager
We are looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to lead the delivery of multiple contracts within a fast-paced construction and social housing environment. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in contract performance, operational excellence, and driving continuous improvement across multiple projects and sites.
Experience
* Proven experience as a Contracts Manager, Senior Contracts Manager, Project Manager or similar construction management role. * Experience managing multiple construction projects/contracts simultaneously. * Strong contractor, subcontractor and supply chain management experience. * Experience managing project budgets, costs, programmes and resources. * Proven experience administering contracts, variations, instructions and change control processes. * Experience monitoring project performance, risk management and compliance. * Experience working directly with clients and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships. * Experience leading, coordinating and developing site teams and/or junior managers.
Technical Knowledge
* Strong understanding of construction project lifecycles from mobilisation through to handover. * Sound knowledge of procurement practices and contract administration. * Understanding of pre-contract and post-contract management responsibilities. * Knowledge of construction health & safety legislation and CDM regulations. * Understanding of quality assurance and compliance requirements within construction projects. * Commercial awareness with the ability to identify risks, opportunities and cost-saving measures.
Qualifications
* Relevant qualification in Construction Management, Project Management, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
Skills & Competencies
* Strong leadership and people management skills. * Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. * Strong planning, organisation and project coordination abilities. * Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills. * Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver projects within deadlines. * Proficient in Microsoft Excel and project reporting systems. * Ability to produce and present project performance updates to clients and senior stakeholders.
Desirable Criteria
* Experience within social housing, planned maintenance, refurbishment or maintenance contracts. * Experience managing small works programmes. * Experience operating in agile or fast-paced project environments. * Experience mentoring or developing Assistant Contracts Managers or similar roles. * Demonstrable track record of continuous improvement and process optimisation. * Strong reputation for collaborative working and high-quality project delivery. * Experience inspecting completed works against legislative, contractual and quality standards.