Contracts Manager – Production / Distribution / Industrial Projects
Contracts Manager – Production / Distribution / Industrial Projects
* Salary: c£65k – £70k dependent on experience
* Car Allowance: £6,000
* Additional Benefits
* Pension: 5% Non-Contributory Scheme
* Private Medical Insurance
* Holidays: 25 days annual + 8 public (extra ½ day on birthday
The Client
This company is one of the leading providers of fitout, refurbishment, facilities management and construction services in the UK. Delivering robust and future-proofed projects that help people and businesses thrive. These projects consist of New Builds, Refurbishments, Fit-outs and Framework Programmes across many different sectors.
The Contracts Manager Role:
Based out of Warrington or Leeds they are currently recruiting for an experienced Contracts Managers. This role will be crucial in the successful delivery construction and refurbishment programmes, relating to Production / Manufacturing / Logistic / Distribution projects, for number of blue chip clients throughout the UK. The role would ideally be suited to a Contracts Manager who comes from a Construction background, with broad experience in design and build and contractual knowledge, who understands Groundworks, Frame and Building envelope (Cladding) is essential.
Whatever sector their clients operate in, they want quality, cost-effective, efficient delivery of solutions that optimise their production processes and improve their workspaces. From refurbishing specialist equipment to complete production line upgrades, we offer bespoke solutions that improve efficiency and deliver real cost savings. It’s why so many of the biggest names around trust us when it comes to everything from design to delivery of new sites.
The Successful Contracts Manager:
* The ability to plan and monitor project delivery along with impeccable people management skills are just some of the skills needed to bring this job to life.
* Leadership, strong interpersonal credibility and the ability to interact with and be mindful of clients’ needs, both of the internal and external varieties, all figure highly in the profile for this role.
* Candidates with design and build and construction knowledge will offer a distinct advantage.
* The individual is also likely to have c10 years’ business experience with evidence of solid career progression. It is also desirable that candidates have experience in running large contracts with values ranging from £500k – £10m. Candidates must have design and build and construction knowledge.
* The ability to programme works – at tender stage or outset of project– is crucial; therefore, Asta Power Project or MS Project programming skills is essential.
* Successful candidates will be expected to consistently behave and interact in line with the values of the business, while leading their team, setting objectives and developing people in order to provide a service of quality to customers and clients, both internal and external.
* Ensuring compliance with all aspects of both Health & Safety Legislation and internal H&S Management System will be crucial. Successful candidates will also be skilled in delivering project programme and phasing presentations to clients, managing client, sub-contractor and team meetings effectively and managing their time and delegating effectively.
* The successful individual will be a dedicated and results-driven construction manager with a successful background in the achievement of profitable and quality-led contracts. Strong leadership and team management skills, coupled with a decisive problem solving ability and excellent time management skills are imperative to the role.
* You should have excellent communications skills as you will be required to express your opinions both in writing and verbally at internal and external meetings. In addition, you should be able to demonstrate a good track record of working with clients to meet their expectations as well as to deliver for the business.
Successful candidates will also:-
* hold a valid driving licence
* be fully IT literate in word and excel (at advanced level)
* hold previous line management experience (able to demonstrate all aspects of senior management experience)
* hold a valid CSCS card and have relevant H&S qualifications for the position (SMSTS, First Aid etc.)