Contracts Manager

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Groundworks Contracts Manager to join a fast-growing Groundworks & Civils company based in the North East.
Your role will entail as follows:
Plan, organize, and manage ground works projects from start to finish, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Review and negotiate contracts with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers
Monitor project costs, including labour, materials, and equipment, to ensure profitability and cost-effectiveness.
Allocate resources, including labour, equipment, and materials, to projects, ensuring optimal utilization and efficiency.
Implement quality control measures to ensure that all ground works meet the required standards and specifications.
Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations on all projects, conducting regular site inspections and promoting a safe working environment.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring their satisfaction and addressing any concerns or issues that may arise.
Provide leadership and guidance to the ground works team, including subcontractors and site staff, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
Prepare and maintain project documentation, including progress reports, financial reports, and project files.
The Candidate
The ideal candidate will possess as follows:
Minimum 5 years' experience as Contracts Manager within the Residential Groundworks sector.
Must be able to manage 3-5 projects at any one time
In-depth knowledge of all aspects of Groundworks and Civils and the relevant legislative requirements, including health and safety.
Management skills and ability to drive your team to deliver safely, on-time and on budget.
The ability to use your initiative and be proactive
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent project management skills, with the ability to plan, organize, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
Sound knowledge of health and safety regulations and the ability to enforce compliance on construction sites.
Proficient in cost control and budget management.
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Our client can offer a competitive salary, stability, progression and development opportunities, supported by a strong senior management team. Please call John Ashcroft at Nicholas Associates for more information on 07867450022
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