Contracts Manager

We are currently seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to join a well-established, family-run SME, who operate in the Commercial Fit-out arena. As the Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing multiple projects. You will work closely with varied stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery whilst managing a team of 4 Project Managers.

The role will involve travel to customer sites regularly, within a 2/3 hour radius from Hatfield.

Key responsibilities include:

• Allocation of projects efficiently and run the weekly Operations team meeting
• Setting of Project Management KPIs & accountability structure for Operations department.
• Manage your own portfolio of projects effectively.
• Active management of existing subcontractor base, improving engagement w and agreeing on unit rates wherever possible.
• Take responsibility of growing the subcontractor base to meet demand.
• Managing relationship with key suppliers.
• Ensuring quality of workmanship on site and maintaining high customer service levels including snagging.
• Ensuring GP% target is maintained and with target for improvement.
• Responsible for Health & Safety on site.
• Responsible for implementing new ideas/changes.
• Responsible for stock levels and ensuring accurate stock financials.
• Ensuring cost analysis are completed on time and any significant variances to budget are reported/investigated.
• Involved in future projects team recruitment.
• Ensuring SAGE is used correctly from a project costing perspective
• Regular reporting to directors on Projects.
• Proactively line manage a team of Project Managers, ensuring all training and development needs are identified (and any necessary certifications are kept up to date)

• Proven experience as a Contracts/Project Manager
• Proven direct line management experience
• Experience in the construction/fit out industry - Ideally Kitchens/Washrooms/Scientific Labs or into the education sector.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of project management methodologies and tools
• Commercially orientated mindset
• Experience of using SAGE is highly beneficial
• Excellent leadership and proven people management skills
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities with a customer first attitude
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Skilled in Microsoft Excel

Office based role with travel when required.

Hours: 06:30am -4.30pm (Monday - Friday)

• Salary: £80,000 - £90,000 (DOE)
• GP/company performance related bonus
• Company Car
• Holidays: 20 days + Statutory
• Pension
• Free lunch monthly