Overview
We are currently looking for a dynamic Assistant Contracts Manager to join our ever-growing team here at Connollys!
You will be working alongside our Contract Managers and learning/ assisting in the Operational Management and delivery of construction projects whilst adhering to all applicable legislation and contractual obligations.
Duties and Responsibilities
Attendance at internal and external pre-start meetings as required.
Liaison with all internal Connolly Ltd departments including (but not limited to) Board of Directors, Health & Safety Department, Customer Care Department, Commercial Department, Procurement Department, Finance Department, Human Resources Department and Administration Department as directed.
Liaison and communication with external stakeholders as directed.
Knowledge and understanding of both detailed and overview programmes.
Organisation of site set-up and establishment requirements.
Report on progress against programme and project resource.
Efficient allocation and management of project resource requirements including direct labour, direct supplied materials, plant, fleet requirements, sub-contractors, novated supply chain and free issue materials as directed.
Attendance at internal and external progress, labour, management and monthly project performance meetings.
Review operative productivity to allow the Quantity Surveyor to value weekly wages.
Review (in conjunction with the Senior Contracts Manager, Quantity Surveyor) of Sub-Contractor valuations.
Review and processing of all instructions, variations, requests for information and the like as required to both progress the project and value any departures from the original contract value as directed.
Additional
Implementation of Key Health & Safety elements including Construction Phase Health & Safety Plan.
Review Risk Assessments and Method Statements.
Day to Day implementation of Health and Safety at all Connolly Work Locations.
Accident / Incident reporting.
Monthly management audits on site as directed.
Knowledge and awareness of project specific asbestos portals and reports.
Compilation of Operational & Maintenance Manuals.
Reporting on Sub-Contractor performance.
Reporting stakeholder requirements.
Relationship management with peers.
Compilation of handover packs and distribution.
Manning of the Out of Hours Call Out services on a rota basis.
Attendance at contract close out meeting as directed.
Experience
Construction background.
Experience of inter-departmental relationships.
Knowledge and understanding of resource management related to project performance and commercial awareness.
Knowledge and understanding of the process and delivery to legislative and quality standards.
Understanding of Customer Service Levels and Key Performance Indicators.
Understanding of human resources procedures.
Internal and external customer focused.
Skills
Excellent communication and people skills.
IT skills and proficiency in MS office packages (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Development of abilities to monitor, manage and deliver project targets and deadlines.
Ability to work in a team and independently to a high level of accuracy.
Problem solving skills
Decision making ability
Commercial awareness
Ability to motive others / teamwork
Development of good planning and organizational skills.
Flexibility and receptiveness to change
Attendance in further training/education and continuing professional development.
Ideally, you will hold an in date SMSTS certificate, First Aid at work certificate and Asbestos Awareness certificate
Package
In this role you will receive an attractive rewards package that will include a comprehensive pension; generous holiday entitlement plus many other benefits including career development.
If you are looking for an opportunity to make a significant impact within an organisation while advancing your career in contract management, we encourage you to apply for this exciting position.
Connolly’s is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be