Contracts Manager (Structural)
We're recruiting for a Structural Refurbishment Contracts Manager based out of our hub in Stafford to develop and manage all aspects of our business in England & Wales.
Region: England - Midlands
Job Location: Stafford
Reporting to: Structural Refurbishment General Manager
Department: Structural Refurbishment Division
Job purpose: The key aspects of the role are focused on managing our existing and future frameworks in England, growing brand awareness, business development, improving regional recruitment and delivering community benefits.
Job description
About the role
The Contracts Manager will be accountable for all aspects of site delivery across our Regional Frameworks and ensure that projects are delivered in a safe manner, on time, on budget and to the required quality standards. It will be their responsibility to manage the workforce and ensure that the companies’ culture, values, and behaviors are being implemented.
The individual fulfilling this role will have a proven track record in overseeing frameworks from “cradle to grave”. They will have an in depth understanding of Framework delivery down to site level and will work within set budgets, ensuring accurate commercial reporting.
The Contracts Manager will support and develop a team of varying skills and experience to ensure that productivity is always maintained onsite. They will work collaboratively to set clear expectations around project delivery and ensure that the work force is motivated, productive & profitable.
Reporting to the Structural Refurbishment General Manager, the Contracts Manager will maintain regular communication around the key aspects of site delivery performance, key client correspondence and general areas for improvement & development.
The candidate will have strong leaderships skills and be able to provide clear and concise communication at all levels. This is paramount in ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of projects on site and the successful growth of the business in England.
Key accountabilities
- Managing multiple frameworks at any one time
- Relationship Management with clients and supply chains
- Develop the Mackenzie Brand in England/Wales
- Encourage regional recruitment
- Maintain regular communication with the projects teams
- Ensuring that the projects remain safe, profitable and efficient
- Challenging incorrect behaviors onsite & escalate when required
- Promote company policies, values, and initiatives
- Ensure site compliance with all safety & quality standards
- Seek opportunities for community benefits
Experience & knowledge
Essential:
- Proven track record in the safe delivery of both individual contracts and programs/frameworks
- Track record of business development and nurturing growth
- Knowledge of Structural Projects
- Experience in overseeing Subcontractors
- Understanding of Site Safety Requirements
Desirable:
- Job specific knowledge & training i.e., confined space
- Knowledge , experience of working in the water industry
- Basic understanding of Relevant IT Skills i.e., Microsoft Word, Outlook, Teams, Project, Excel.
Requirements
Qualifications & Attainments:
- SMSTS
- CSCS Supervisors Card
- Driving License
Competencies:
- Building relationships with clients
- Proactive approach to problems
- Problem Solving
- Planning and Organizational Skills
- Conscious of site priorities
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to lead & motivate others
- Be able to identify and encourage talent onsite
- Correctly challenge incorrect behaviors
- Excellent Time keeping
- Self-Motivated
- Teamworking
Additional Requirements:
- May be required to work away from home
- May be required to work additional overtime/weekends as required to carry out the works