Job Title: Head of Projects / Contracts Manager
Department: Major Projects
Reporting to: Contracts Director
Responsible for: Project Teams/Managers
Job Summary
Client is at the forefront of innovative control solutions for Building and Energy Management Systems (BEMS), leveraging cutting-edge technologies to deliver exceptional solutions for modern infrastructure. Our end-to-end capabilities from initial concept and design to manufacturing, installation, commissioning, and ongoing maintenance set us apart as industry leaders. This comprehensive approach enables us to provide tailored solutions that not only meet but exceed client expectations.
Our expertise spans a wide array of building automation technologies, ensuring efficiency, sustainability, and performance optimization for commercial and industrial environments. By integrating advanced systems with smart technology, we help our clients achieve energy savings, reduce carbon footprints, and enhance operational control.
We embrace continuous innovation and adaptability, enabling us to stay ahead of emerging industry trends. Our commitment to quality and excellence is reflected in our adherence to rigorous standards, ensuring that every project delivers long-lasting value. Collaboration is central to our ethos; we work closely with clients, design teams, and contractors to develop solutions tailored to their specific needs.
The role of the Head of Projects/Contracts Manager is pivotal to our success. The ideal candidate would be a highly skilled, professional, and driven individual with extensive knowledge of the BMS/ICT/ELVS sector and experience leading teams of professionals.
As part of the team, you’ll contribute to an organization that values innovation, precision, and teamwork. With a legacy of excellence and a forward-thinking approach, client continues to redefine what’s possible in Building and Energy Management Systems.
This flexible role will primarily be based in our office and will require travel to our projects based in and around London.
Technical Requirements
The candidate must have the following demonstrable experience:
* Extensive knowledge of the BMS, ICT & ELVS industry
* Previous experience in a contracts manager and or senior project manager role.
* Technical Qualification in an appropriate discipline (e.g. BMS/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering)
* Sound working knowledge of building services mechanical & electrical etc
* Construction Contractual Awareness
* IT proficient, fluent with Microsoft 365
* CSCS/ECS Card Holder
Responsibilities
* Have overall responsibility of multiple projects from order acknowledgment to conclusion.
* Be a team leader and provide strategic direction to a team of Project Managers.
* Undertake monthly contract reviews with the project teams.
* Communicate and manage resource requirements across the project teams and wider business.
* Attend sites regularly, undertake leadership tours and be a point of client escalation.
* Negotiate and manage contracts with supply chain including installation specialists.
* Promote and maintain high health and safety standards across all sites.
* Enforce quality standards and ensure teams are working to the integrated management system (IMS) and standard operating procedures.
The Key Result Areas for this role are:
Area 1: Project Delivery
* Ensures company quality standards are upheld. [ISO 9001 / 14001 Quality Control System]
* Utilising the information provided at sales handover meetings, information contained in the contract, specifications and drawings. Interpret and fully understand the contracted scope of works for any assigned projects.
* Prepare, manage and update work programmes.
* Provide direction, control and implementation of projects to a high standard.
* Be responsible for the commercial performance of the project
* Review and certify sub-contract applications alongside project managers.
* Ensure workforce and sub-contractors understand and comply with all current legislation, company policies, MSRAs, site rules and toolbox talks.
* Regularly monitor, review and report on the progress of all assigned projects.
* Ensure customer satisfaction is maintained.
Area 2: Commercial Awareness
* Ensures Work is carried out efficiently to maximise company profitability.
* Ensures additional works are identified and additional costs claimed for when appropriate.
* Accurately record any site delays and their causes.
* Review monthly cost/project reports for/with the Commercial Manager.
* Approve time sheets and holiday requests for staff and sub-contractors working on assigned projects.
Area 3: Team Involvement
* Provides technical and non-technical support to less experienced members of staff within the business.
* Helps colleagues to find solutions to problems.
* Contributes to a friendly and positive environment within the company.
* Participates in the development of trainee staff.
* Prepared to take a lead role when required.
Area 4: Technical Experience
* Technical qualification in an appropriate discipline (e.g. Mechanical/Electrical Engineering) to ONC/HNC standard or above.
* Sound working knowledge of building services mechanical and electrical systems.
* Sound working knowledge of BMS control systems.
* Demonstrable contractual awareness.
* Working knowledge of relevant industry standards i.e. BS7671, CIBSE and BSRIA guides.
* Sound working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Project, Outlook.
* CSCS Card Holder.
* Hold a clean/full UK (or equivalent) driving license.
* First Aid Qualified.
* SMSTS Certified.
* Attends training courses and keeps abreast of developments within industry.
* Networks with BMS controls industry to keep up-to-date with technological and product developments.
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