Shopfitting Contracts Manager

Job Description

RoleWe are currently looking for a Contracts Manager to join an established and growing shopfitting and interior fit out contractor based in the South West and working across the UK. The Contracts Manager will coordinate all aspects of projects allocated to themincluding programme, purchasing, key stakeholder and sub-contractor engagement, cost management, risk management and implementing H&S on site. This is a fantastic opportunity for the right person looking for a challenging and varied role within a successful,growing company. Youll work on interesting and high-end fit outs, from pre-start to completion, providing clients with a professional service to the highest of standards Responsibilities Overall, the Contracts Manager is responsible for delivery of the assigned project on schedule, within budget and meeting the expectations of the client. Additionally, the Contracts Manager has a responsibility to provide a positive experience for the peopleworking on their project team as well as reporting to the Project Director.Thedetailed responsibilitiesinclude:Extraction of information from construction drawingsDevelopment and implementation of project programmeAppointment of Sub-Contractors as advised by the Project Director and EstimatorManagement of the procurement process for the project and site labourConducting pre-start meetings and weekly site meetingsEnsure liaison with Site Manager that construction complies with current Building RegulationsManagement and reporting of all project costs, variations and performance against the budgetManagement of site Health & Safety in line with current regulations including CDM and company policy. This includes conducting weekly site inspections, reporting to the company management teamReporting on all aspects of the project to the MD in a weekly progress meetingAbility to confidently build strong working relationships with clients and key stakeholdersReview Site Managers weekly progress and status reports and liaise with other Department Heads to resolve any delays or issues identifiedManage risk and contingency planning; report where necessaryLiaise with the Technical and Design Departments to consider cost effective construction processes at both the design and construction phasesQualities and Experience Essential Shopfitting project management / contracts managementexperienceA natural and engaging management and communication styleAbility to develop trusting, sustainable and robust relationships both internally and externallyIT literate particularly in MS Office applications (Outlook, Word, Projects and Excel)Excellent organisational and programme management abilityConstruction programme management experienceCommercial AwarenessThe ability to establish and implement a team culture within their assigned projectCommitment to excellence and successThe ability to motivate and lead a teamThrough knowledge of health, safety and environmental legislation you will be able to minimise risk through developing and endorsing safe operating processesAbility to plan and make decisions, take accountability for and can justify decisions, ensuring teams deliver on those decisionsAbility to work effectively without close supervision and directionProfessional, proactive, friendly and flexible approach to your workConfident in managing multiple tasks, using initiative and judgement to take ownership for their successful completion