An exciting job role is available within GEDA which will play a pivotal part in the continued growth and success of our Building Department in GB.
This role will be critical in managing our housing and commercial projects, with our clients to ensure their successful delivery.
THE ROLE
* Compliance: ensure that all contracts comply with legal and regulatory requirements governing construction projects, including environmental regulations, health and safety standards, making sure safe systems of work are planned and implemented on assigned projects.
* Quality Assurance: ensure detailed project programmes are drawn up and adhered to on assigned projects and to regularly report progress against these. Ensure that contractors and suppliers adhere to quality standards and specifications outlined in contracts, conducting site support, inspections and audits as necessary.
* Contract Administration: oversee the administration of contracts throughout their lifecycle, including document management, change order management, and dispute resolution. Where applicable, take the lead in design management, buildability review and technical support on design and build projects.
* Stakeholder Management:
o external stakeholders – manage the allocation of trades and labour, employed and sub-contracted, ensuring efficient and cost-effective use of resources on assigned projects. Attend sub-contractor and client meetings, liaise with government agencies, regulatory bodies, and community representatives as required.
o internal stakeholders – work with site teams, procurement and finance departments, ensuring a positive working relationship is established and maintained.
* Site Team Management: manage the site team on assigned projects, including their recruitment, performance management, training and development.
* Budgeting and Cost Control: work closely with the site manager and commercial manager to develop and manage budgets for contracts, monitoring expenses and ensuring that projects stay within budgetary constraints.
* Performance Evaluation: evaluate the performance of contractors and vendors, tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) and ensuring that contractual obligations are met satisfactorily. Taking ownership of projects.
* Continuous Improvement: identify opportunities for process improvement and optimisation in contract management practices, implementing best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
* Maintain the Integrated Management System (IMS): maintain the IMS requirements, policies, and procedures.
* To undertake any other duties as necessary.
The Knowledge, Experience & Skills
* A 3rd level qualification in Construction Engineering or other industry related qualification with 10+ years relevant on the ground experience or 15+ year’s industry experience.
* Previous experience within the residential sector 5 years+, managing multiple sites while achieving and exceeding financial and programme targets, would be essential.
* Experience and knowledge of commercial, education and industrial construction is preferable.
* Knowledge and experience of PCSA stage, JCT contracts and NEC contracting
* Numeracy and IT skills including MS Office, Word and Excel with a strong working knowledge of MS Project (or similar) as well as Auto CAD.
* Must be able to use your own initiative, taking accountability and responsibility for projects from start to finish.
* Appropriate recognised industry training certificates and a full driving licence.
This position is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Contracts Manager to contribute to the development of critical housing and commercial projects in the East Midlands area, while advancing their career in the construction industry. #J-18808-Ljbffr