Contacts Manager

An established and project winning Fit Out construction firm, is now seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to be based in their Portsmouth based office. The Contracts Manager will be overseeing and managing multiple Retail & Leisure fit out projects from start through to completion. These projects are mainly within the Southern areas of the country, however due to key clients projects can take the successful Contracts Manager around the country. What to expect? As a Contracts Manager; You will manage key clients within the Retail & Leisure construction sectors, all within the £150K - £5M value. You will ensure that all works are completed on time, budget and to the highest of standards. You will have good communication skills and be able to negotiate with clients, architects, structural engineers You will be the first point of contact for the client, design team, site managers, subcontractors, suppliers Production of programme of works for projects Overall commercial responsibility by ensuring projects valuations and practical completion certificates issued on timely manner to guarantee swift payments. You are likely to be in the office 3 days a week The Contracts Manager? Experience in Construction, with Fit Out being a bonus Experience in managing others and good leadership / people management skills. Good understanding and technical knowledge of the construction industry, including the ability to read architectural drawings and understand the construction process. The ability to take the lead of programme The ability to fit in well, work as a team member and have initiative and enthusiasm. A good knowledge and understanding of the latest Health & Safety legislation and Building Regulations. You should understand JCT contracts. Good commercial sense is imperative. You will also be experienced in decision making In Return £65,000 - £70,000, £5,000 car allowance, 25 days hol + Bank holidays Discretionary bonus Pension contributions Parking Fuel card Excellent and high performing atmosphere If you wanted a conversation regarding the above role, please contact Luke Carroll at Damicor. REF: (phone number removed)LC