Contracts Manager
Role Overview
The Contracts Manager is responsible for overseeing the successful delivery of allocated construction projects from inception through to completion. This includes ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on schedule, within agreed financial parameters, and in line with expected quality standards. The role involves coordinating teams, managing resources, and fostering productive working relationships with clients and project stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
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Take full ownership of assigned projects, ensuring timely completion, cost control, and adherence to quality expectations.
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Work closely with senior project leadership to confirm that each site is appropriately staffed and resourced.
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Develop and manage construction programmes and delivery methodologies in collaboration with planning support, ensuring these are clearly communicated to site teams.
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Nominate and support a Temporary Works Coordinator for each project.
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Prepare and maintain detailed procurement schedules aligned with project requirements.
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Ensure subcontract packages are procured and placed within required timeframes.
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Confirm that Construction Phase Health and Safety Plans are prepared, reviewed, and approved before site activities commence.
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Manage projects in accordance with contractual obligations, ensuring any special planning or compliance conditions are clearly communicated to relevant parties.
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Coordinate with site teams to maintain sufficient labour and subcontractor resources, using approved supply chains to meet programme and quality targets.
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Monitor subcontractor performance, driving productivity and efficiency, and provide regular updates during internal management reviews.
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Complete post-project performance assessments of subcontractors and ensure records are accurately updated.
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Ensure site teams and supply partners operate in line with agreed operational and procedural standards.
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Maintain accurate and auditable project records using the company’s project management systems.
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Provide mentoring and professional support to team members when required.
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Prepare progress and performance reports for senior management review and present updates during client or stakeholder meetings as needed.
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Organise and lead technical or coordination meetings, ensuring actions and decisions are documented and communicated.
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Uphold all health, safety, and welfare responsibilities in accordance with company policies and accredited management systems.
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Ensure ongoing compliance with quality, environmental, and safety management standards.
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Build, maintain, and enhance strong working relationships with clients and their appointed representatives