Role Overview
In a Nutshell…
We have a great opportunity for a Contracts Manager to join our team within Vistry Works, covering numerous sites across the midlands. As our Contracts Manager you will be responsible for the overall running of numerous sites, with an emphasis being placed on the planning and programming of works and high-level issues that do not fall within the day-day running of the sites.
You will receive site/plot call off’s and will process these along with other key personnel. You will assist in scheduling labour/materials and ensure these are apportioned to the appropriate sites correctly. You will be responsible for ensuring programming is undertaken in a way that minimises any delays/disruptions and allows operations to run efficiently.
We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we’re also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated.
Let’s cut to the chase, what’s in it for you…
1. Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
2. Company car, car allowance or travel allowance
3. Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees
4. Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service
5. 2 Volunteering days per annum
6. Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover
7. Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
8. Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
9. Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
10. Share save and share incentive schemes
11. Employee rewards portal with many more benefits…
What we would like from you…
12. Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality
13. Experience operating on large volume, fast paced developments within the new build housing sector
14. Proven track record of planning/programming timber frame products
15. History of working within or closely alongside production/construction departments
16. A good working knowledge and experience of Timber Frame/MMC construction
17. An ability to use written and verbal forms of communication effectively with all stakeholders and to keep people engaged and updated throughout the build process and at key times.
18. Good level of IT skills and proficient in numerous packages such as MS Excel/PowerPoint/Word, Coins and Asta
19. Health & Safety focussed with a deep understanding of Health & Safety standards within the industry
20. Experience in forming teams and developing a culture where the highest of standards are expected and maintained
21. Sound understanding of Building Regulations and NHBC standards.
22. Commercially astute with a strong awareness/experience of working with budgets/constraints and ensuring company targets are achieved
23. Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and engage people operating within all levels of the business either directly or indirectly employed
24. Forward thinking, with the ability to see problems coming before they arise and think strategically to overcome them
25. Experienced in producing plans, estimating budgets and timescales for contracts
26. Ability to work closely within a team or autonomously
27. Full UK driving licence
28. A strong educational background, with minimum GCSE qualifications in Maths and English
29. Higher education studies within the Built Environment
30. Broad commercial experience at an appropriate level within the Timber Frame /Manufacturing sector
31. An interest in MMC and Sustainability factors with an awareness of future products/initiatives
32. A strong understanding/awareness of Health & Safety associated with manufacturing, production, logistics, construction, and on-site installation
33. An understanding of external influences affecting the Timber Frame supply and erect business
34. A demonstratable history of dealing with any unexpected costs / VOs successfully
35. A good understanding of manufacturing, production, and logistics processes
36. Experience working within the Timber Frame/Manufacturing sector either operationally or from a managerial perspective
More about the Contracts Manager role…
37. Assist in the preparation of tenders for clients and commercial bids to support bringing in new business and ensure existing projects are performing as per tender documents/pre-start meeting initiatives
38. Assist in the discussion, drafting and reviewing of business contract terms and conditions
39. Regular reviewing of H&S documents including RAMS and key paperwork in line with company policies
40. Regular reviewing of build routes/stages/fire assessment plans to ensure manufacturing is undertaken in line with these and any changes are communicated within the business in a timely manner and any subsequent changes are made accordingly
41. Ensure H&S documentation that affects/relates to Vistry Works is in place on all outlets
42. Liaise with the Construction Director and Vistry Works factories on programmes and schedules, and the coordination of all on-site activities involving timber frame erection
43. Chair/attend pre-order/pre-start meetings and actively engage in discussions regarding items associated with/that affect timber frame delivery
44. Chair/attend regular meetings with stakeholders from numerous disciplines during the construction phase to ensure works are undertaken to the required H&S and quality standards
45. Develop internal processes that improve/enhance operations and continually strive to implement improvements and efficiencies
46. Ensure enabling works are completed on time to facilitate materials/labour dates are achieved and re-arrange schedules should issues arise
47. Keep delays to a minimum and follow strict processes that eradicate delays and manage/reduce their impact to the business
48. Regular reporting of onsite progress including WIP, quality control, H&S updates and commercial issues
49. Detailed programming and planning of deliveries and labour to meet build programmes
50. Managing the on-site erection team(s), ensuring that the required quality standards are met, that the team(s) understand their role and responsibilities and carry out their duties in a professional manner.
51. Responsible for resolving issues with the erection process and providing feedback to the production and/or design teams to prevent repeat issues, including completing the handover procedure
52. Responsible for ensuring that the Company complies with all appropriate statutory requirements and guidelines appropriate to your department
53. Developing relationships with competitors
54. Working in various locations nationally as and when required
55. Assisting in developing/expanding the sub-contract/direct labour levels nationally and as per geographical demands
56. Reporting to the Construction Manager regarding the day-to-day on-site operations as well as exceptional activities of the Company as appropriate