Job Description
We are currently recruiting for a main contractor that work exclusively within the retail sector, delivering projects from inception to completion, ranging from New Builds, extensions, refurbishments and fit outs.\n\nThey are looking to recruit a permanent Contracts Manager who will work alongside 3 other 4 other Contracts Managers, reporting into a director. You will oversee new build and refurbishment projects within the retail sector with Site / Project Managers (Site based) reporting in.\n\nIf you are an experienced Project or Contracts Manager within the construction industry and possess strong organizational, planning, and client-facing skills, this could be the perfect fit for you.\n\nThis is an excellent business who we have worked closely with as their recruitment partner for over 10 years. People enjoy working for the business, they pay bonuses and retain staff.\n\nThe role is predominately based remotely or on site, with occasional requirement to be in the Head Office.\n\nCovering project into London and western home counties\n\nGenuinley an excellent company who we have partnered with as a recruiter for circa 14 years, with a high retention rate and good sensible people.\n\nRequired;\n\n * Proven experience in Project or Contract Management of new build and refurbishment projects within the retail sector.\n\n * Demonstrate experience in project and contract management within the construction industry.\n\n * Demonstrated track record in managing new build and refurbishment projects in the retail sector.\n\n * Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.\n\n * Showcase exceptional organizational, planning, and client-facing abilities.\n\n * Calm, friendly demeanour.\n\n * Able to drive / possess License\n\n * Black or White CSCS Card, ideally SMSTS & First Aid\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\n * Oversee all aspects of construction projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.\n\n * Collaborate closely with internal teams, sub contractors, and clients to ensure seamless project execution.\n\n * Implement best practices in project management, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance.\n\n * Proactively identify and resolve project-related challenges and issues to ensure project success.\n\n * Provide clear and effective communication to stakeholders at all project stages.\n\n * Ability to use MS Project or ASTA for construction programme and phasing.\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\n * Either trade or degree qualified preferred\n\n * Additional training in risk assessment and regulatory compliance is a plus