Contracts Manager
Contracts Manager – M&E Projects
Location: Hybrid / Office based in Kent
Salary: £80,000 to £90,000 DOE plus benefits
Hours: Monday-Friday / 8am to 5pm
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
We’re recruiting an experienced Contracts Manager to take ownership of multiple M&E projects from pre-construction through to completion, leading project teams and acting as a senior point of contact for clients.
You’ll be joining a well-established and rapidly growing M&E contractor with a strong reputation across the South East and London. Following significant organic growth and an expanding project portfolio, the business is now looking for a senior professional to help drive the next stage of its development.
This is a key leadership position where you’ll have genuine responsibility for project delivery, commercial performance, client relationships and team development, with the opportunity to make a real impact as the business continues to grow.
What You'll Be Doing
* Managing multiple M&E projects from design and mobilisation through to handover
* Leading Project Managers, Project Engineers and Site Supervisors
* Overseeing design, procurement, mobilisation and construction
* Managing project programmes, budgets, forecasts and cash flow
* Reviewing and approving variations and subcontract packages
* Monitoring project performance, costs, quality and programme
* Leading client and internal project meetings
* Managing project risks, H&S and compliance
* Overseeing project completion, handover and O&M documentation
* Mentoring, developing and managing direct reports
What We're Looking For
* Proven M&E Contracts/Project Management experience within school environments
* Strong understanding of M&E building services and construction
* Experience managing multiple live projects simultaneously
* Strong commercial and financial management skills
* Knowledge of JCT and/or NEC contracts
* Strong programme and procurement experience
* Good knowledge of CDM 2015, CPP, RAMS and H&S
* Proven leadership and people management experience
* Excellent client and stakeholder management skills
* CSCS Black Card or willingness to obtain, SMSTS or IOSH Managing Safely
* Full UK Driving Licence, Enhanced DBS and BPSS or willingness to obtain
Desirable:
* HNC, HND or Degree in Building Services, Construction or Engineering
* NEBOSH qualification
* CIOB, CIBSE, IET or CABE membership
* SC or DV clearance
What's on Offer
* Permanent senior management position
* Opportunity to lead major M&E projects
* Opportunity to shape and develop a growing project team
* Direct involvement in company growth and business development
* Established and expanding contractor
If you’re an experienced M&E Contracts Manager looking for a senior position where you can take real ownership of projects, lead a team and play a key role in a growing business, this could be the opportunity for you.
Apply now or contact Mark May for a confidential discussion