Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Your new company You will be joining a well-established and growing specialist contractor based in the Dartford area. The organisation delivers commercial and high-security solutions across a broad range of sectors, including infrastructure, industrial environments and secure facilities. The business has developed a strong reputation for delivering technically complex projects to a high standard and maintains long-standing relationships with both principal contractors and end clients. Typical package sizes vary from 100k-500k, including groundworks, fencing, hoarding and temporary works.
Your new role As Contracts Manager, you will take full responsibility for the delivery of multiple projects from contract award through to completion. This is a hands-on position requiring close coordination between clients, site teams and subcontractors to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and to the required quality standards.
Key responsibilities will include: Managing multiple projects simultaneously across various sites Acting as the primary point of contact for principal contractors and clients Coordinating labour, materials and subcontractors Ensuring all works comply with health and safety regulations and site requirements Monitoring project progress, programme and associated costs Conducting regular site visits and overseeing quality of installation Managing variations, valuations and the commercial aspects of projects Supporting tender handover and project planning phases
What you'll need to succeed Experience working with principal contractors on live construction sites, ideally with a specialist subcontractorExperience of working with groundwork's, fencing, hoarding or temporary works packages desirable. Strong understanding of health and safety regulations within construction The ability to effectively manage multiple projects and teams concurrently Excellent organisational and communication skills SMSTS qualified
What you'll get in return Competitive salary – 60 – 70k Experience dependantAnnual performance-related bonus Company vehicle Opportunity to work on high-profile and technically interesting projects Clear scope for career progression within a growing and specialist business
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