Contracts Manager (New Build Residential) (RACM120626) Magherafelt, Northern Ireland
Salary: GBP55,000 - GBP60,000 per annum + vehicle / package
- Job Reference: RACM120626
- Job Title: Contracts Manager (New Build Residential)
- Location: Magherafelt, Northern Ireland
VANRATH is recruiting a Contracts Manager to work for a leading Construction Company in Magherafelt, Northern Ireland.
The business is looking for a Contracts Manager to lead the delivery of a new build residential project comprising houses and apartments in the Mid Ulster area. This is a permanent opportunity with long term career stability and progression.
Remuneration: £55,000 - £60,000 + vehicle / package
- Company vehicle
- Pension Scheme
- Life Assurance
Role Overview
Oversee the successful delivery of new build residential houses and apartments from infrastructure and groundworks through to completion. Projects are primarily in the Mid-Ulster area. Manage and coordinate subcontractors on site to ensure works are delivered safely, on programme and to the required quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee multiple new build residential developments and monitor progress against programme and budget
- Coordinate contractors, subcontractors, consultants, utility providers, and local authorities
- Review and manage project costs, valuations, variations, and forecasts
- Monitor infrastructure, groundworks, roads, sewers, drainage, and housing construction activities
- Identify and mitigate commercial, contractual, and programme risks
- Lead project meetings and provide regular progress reports to the Directors
- Ensure health, safety, environmental, and quality standards are maintained across all sites
- Review contractor performance and drive continuous improvement in delivery and efficiency
- Manage defect resolution and project close-out activities
- Ensure developments meet planning conditions, technical approvals, and adoption requirements where applicable
The Ideal Person
- Degree or equivalent qualification in a related discipline
- Experienced Contracts Manager or Project Manager
- Track record delivering new build houses and apartments
- Strong management skills with the ability to get the best out of site teams
- High level of Health and Safety knowledge and application
- Good IT skills to enable flow of information between those involved in the project, particularly Microsoft Outlook
- Valid CSR card or equivalent
- Full driving license
