Due to continued growth, we have an exciting opportunity for a Contract Manager who embodies our values and can lead the successful delivery of our Response/ Maintenance contracts, based in the Worthing area.
We're seeking a strategic, hands-on leader who shares our values of fairness, inclusivity, and respect. In return, we offer a supportive environment focused on coaching and development, where your contributions are recognised and rewarded. If you thrive in a fast paced setting and are passionate about delivering exceptional customer and client satisfaction, we invite you to apply.
Salary £59,838 Car Allowance £6700
Benefits:
Profit share scheme (14% of base salary achieved last year)
Private mileage scheme and fuel card
Enhanced pension or savings scheme
31 days annual leave (inc. Public Holidays) plus buy or sell annual leave
Annual pay reviews
Life, medical and Permanent Health Insurance
Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
Training & development opportunities
Health and wellbeing support via Lighthouse Charity.
The Contract Manager role:
Lead the operational delivery of our Response/ Maintenance workstreams, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
Inspire and develop your team, including apprentices, through hands-on leadership, motivation, and continuous development.
Building relationships both internally and externally, we encourage commercial and operational teams to work closely together to ensure the successful delivery of a contract.
Oversee recruitment and onboarding, ensuring new team members are effectively integrated and supported.
Prioritise health and safety, ensuring all measures are in place, monitored, and adhered to across all sites.
Manage resources and reporting, coordinating subcontractors, materials, and plant, while maintaining accurate site reports and taking corrective action when needed.
What will you bring to the Contract Manager role?
Confident in using IT systems and Microsoft Excel to produce performance and delivery reports.
Skilled in planning and organising workstreams with a focus on delivery, resource, quality, cost, and risk.
Experienced in managing direct labour teams, with a focus on individual development and building high performance.
Proven ability in Health and Safety management through strong system controls and leading by example.
Customer-centric, consistently delivering in line with expectations.
Holds an SMSTS qualification and ideally has experience working in a similar environment.
About Ian Williams Ltd:
Explore more about us via our website and social media platforms including LinkedIn, Facebook, Indeed, and Glassdoor.
All successful applicants will undergo a DBS criminal records check, and we fully comply with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and the DBS Code of Practice.
Ian Williams is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity, inclusion, and fairness across all characteristics.
We reserve the right to shortlist candidates prior to the closing date.
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