Contracts Manager

Role: (Senior) Contracts Manager

Purpose: The Contracts Manager manages the entire lifecycle of a portfolio of construction projects on behalf of Connolly from the initial planning and costing to execution and completion.  He/she will work closely with the Operational teams and key stakeholders across the business to manage the contracts, budgets and timelines to ensure successful project delivery.  This person has a key role in the development, negotiation and review of contracts with clients, suppliers and sub-contractors to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

Experience

- Proven experience as a Contracts Manager, Senior Contracts Manager, Project Manager or similar construction management role.

- Experience managing multiple construction projects/contracts simultaneously.

- Strong contractor, subcontractor and supply chain management experience.

- Experience managing project budgets, costs, programmes and resources.

- Proven experience administering contracts, variations, instructions and change control processes.

- Experience monitoring project performance, risk management and compliance.

- Experience working directly with clients and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.

- Experience leading, coordinating and developing site teams and/or junior managers.

Technical Knowledge

- Strong understanding of construction project lifecycles from mobilisation through to handover.

- Sound knowledge of procurement practices and contract administration.

- Understanding of pre-contract and post-contract management responsibilities.

- Knowledge of construction health & safety legislation and CDM regulations.

- Understanding of quality assurance and compliance requirements within construction projects.

- Commercial awareness with the ability to identify risks, opportunities and cost-saving measures.

Qualifications

- Relevant qualification in Construction Management, Project Management, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.

Skills & Competencies

- Strong leadership and people management skills.

- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

- Strong planning, organisation and project coordination abilities.

- Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.

- Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver projects within deadlines.

- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and project reporting systems.

- Ability to produce and present project performance updates to clients and senior stakeholders.

Desirable Criteria

- Experience within social housing, planned maintenance, refurbishment or maintenance contracts.

- Experience managing small works programmes.

- Experience operating in agile or fast-paced project environments.

- Experience mentoring or developing Assistant Contracts Managers or similar roles.

- Demonstrable track record of continuous improvement and process optimisation.

- Strong reputation for collaborative working and high-quality project delivery.

- Experience inspecting completed works against legislative, contractual and quality standards.