Job Title: Small Works Contract Manager
Location: Sidcup & Home Counties
Salary: £50,000 to £55,000
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Small Works Contract Manager to join a dynamic and expanding family-owned construction and maintenance contractor.
With a strong presence across the retail, service, and hospitality sectors, our client delivers high-quality electrical, general building, and maintenance works. As Contract Manager, you will play a key role in overseeing operational performance and ensuring the seamless delivery of multiple small works projects.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage and oversee approximately 20 site staff across multiple small works projects.
* Coordinate and manage the operation and maintenance of electrical and general building works.
* Draft, review, and assist in the negotiation of business contract terms and conditions.
* Conduct regular reviews of Health & Safety documentation including RAMS, in accordance with company policies.
* Monitor build stages, fire assessment plans, and ensure timely communication and implementation of any changes.
* Liaise with Construction Managers to align programmes and schedules, especially around timber frame erection.
* Ensure enabling works are delivered on time, rescheduling where necessary to maintain project momentum.
* Minimise and manage delays through structured planning and proactive issue resolution.
* Provide regular reports on project progress, H&S compliance, quality control, and commercial matters.
* Plan and coordinate deliveries and labour to meet build programmes effectively.
* Lead on-site erection teams, ensuring adherence to quality standards and professionalism.
* Troubleshoot and resolve site-related issues, feeding back insights to design and production teams to avoid recurring problems.
* Complete all required handover procedures to a high standard.
* Work across various regional locations as projects require.
Requirements:
* Proven experience in a similar Contract Manager role, ideally within maintenance or small works.
* Strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation and best practices.
* Ability to read technical drawings and assess build sequences and schedules.
* Excellent organisational, leadership, and communication skills.
* Ability to manage multiple projects and teams simultaneously.
* Flexible and willing to travel regionally as needed
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