Dandara is one of the UK’s leading independent housebuilders, delivering high-quality homes across the country. We are currently seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to join our South East business, overseeing developments across Kent.
What You Will Do
* Oversee multiple residential construction projects from pre-start through to completion
* Carry out pre-start inspections and prepare construction phase plans and CDM documentation
* Ensure sites are fully resourced and set up for successful delivery
* Monitor build programmes, driving progress to meet targets and legal completion deadlines
* Lead on Health & Safety compliance, ensuring adherence to all legal and company standards
* Manage cost control, including prelims and non-productive expenditure
* Work closely with Commercial teams on subcontractor and supplier performance
* Collaborate with internal departments to ensure materials, information, and labour are aligned with programme requirements
* Maintain high quality standards throughout all stages of construction
* Support customer experience, including liaison with purchasers post-completion
* Lead, mentor, and develop Site Managers and site teams
* Act as a key contact in the recruitment and development of site management staff
* Support the Construction Director in driving departmental performance and continuous improvement
What You Will Have
* Extensive experience with a recognised UK housebuilder delivering residential schemes
* Strong background in construction/production management with in-depth technical knowledge
* Proven ability to manage multiple sites and deliver against programme and budget targets
* Excellent knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, NHBC standards, and Building Regulations
* Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop high-performing teams
* Decisive, resilient, and able to perform in a fast-paced environment
* Commercial awareness with experience controlling costs and driving efficiency
* Strong communication skills with experience managing stakeholders and customer care issuesCSCS (Site Management) essential
* Full UK driving licence required
Benefits
* £Competitive basic salary
* Car Allowance
* Discretionary bonus scheme
* 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
* Private Medical Insurance
* Employee Assistance Programme - EAP
* Health Hero digital doctor - 24 hr virtual help and appointments
* Health Assured Wisdom App
* Competitive parental leave
* 3x salary life assurance (paid option to increase to x4)
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Employer matched pension scheme of up to 5%
* Flexible benefits including shopping vouchers, airport parking and reduced gym membership
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