Contracts Manager

Bristol, Somerset
UBT

We are looking to appoint an experienced Contracts Manager for an SME contract fit-out business based in Bristol.

As Contracts Manager will be responsible for smooth running of projects contractually, liaising with both the on site team/operation and the client ensuring the project runs on time and to budget. You will hold full accountability of organising staff and contractors and full delivery of projects.

Key responsibilities

• Define the scope of projects in collaboration with sales team, creating detailed work plans – ensuring resources are allocated efficiently.
• Recruit all necessary staff and sub-contractors with appropriate skills necessary to carry out the project activities.
• Ensure all Health and Safety aspects of the project are implemented and followed including the compilation of all relevant document.
• Monitor the progress of the project and make adjustments as necessary to ensure the successful completion of the project.
• Establish a communication schedule to update stakeholders including appropriate staff within the business on the progress of the project, prepare progress reports for senior management.
• Review the quality of the work completed with the project team on a regular basis to ensure that it meets the project standards
• Provide progress reports on the project for senior management.
• Monitor all budgeted project expenditures.
• Monitor cash flow projections and report actual cash flow and variance to finance management on a regular basis.
• Manage all project funds according to established accounting policies and procedures.
• Ensure that all financial records for the project are up to date.

Office hours: Monday to Friday 07.30am – 4.30pm

Requirements

• Proven and demonstrable evidence of exemplary track record in project and operations management
• 5 years working at a senior level as a Contracts Manager within the commercial Fit-out sector
• Experienced in problem solving and creating solutions when things don’t go to plan
• Proficient use of Microsoft programmes such as Outlook, Excel, Word and Teams
• Effective communicator – both verbal and written
• Excellent organisational skills
• Proven ability to lead and influence
• Flexibility to travel to client sites as and when needed – nationally.

Benefits

• Salary: £80,000 – £90,000 (DOE)
• Bonus (GP related)
• Company car (Fuel card)
• 25 days holiday + Statutory
• NEST Pension