Contracts Manager Full Time

Established plumbing and construction contractor specialising in commercial and residential plumbing installations.

Projects involve working closely with main contractors, engineers, and project teams to deliver quality plumbing installations on time and within budget.

 Key Requirements

• Valid driver’s licence
• 5–10 years’ experience within the plumbing industry
• Previous experience as a Contracts Manager or similar role managing multiple construction sites
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent project planning and organisational abilities
• Ability to manage multiple teams and sites simultaneously
• Strong budgeting, cost control, and reporting experience
• Experience liaising with clients, engineers, subcontractors, and main contractors
• Computer literate with experience maintaining project documentation and reporting systems

Responsibilities

• Plan projects ahead of time to ensure controlled, profitable, and sustainable project delivery
• Manage all site requirements on behalf of the company, including attending site meetings with main contractors
• Ensure quality control procedures, testing, and reporting are implemented across all sites
• Ensure site foremen are working from the latest approved drawings and project information
• Ensure installations comply with council regulations and project specifications
• Manage project profitability, budgets, and material procurement to prevent delays and cost escalations
• Track monthly site costs in conjunction with the Quantity Surveyor
• Monitor project progress against construction programmes and maintain accurate project records
• Issue formal notifications relating to programme delays, payment delays, and work stoppages where required
• Coordinate labour, subcontractors, and resource allocation across multiple sites
• Prepare and submit progress claims and variation claims with the Quantity Surveyor
• Oversee daily business operations and identify opportunities for operational improvement
• Assist with staff development and recommend training initiatives
• Liaise with clients and consulting engineers while identifying new project opportunities
• Assist with compiling tenders, particularly Design & Construct projects
• Prepare monthly reports covering project progress, programme updates, and cost status
• Maintain accurate project documentation, drawings, and records
• Perform additional duties as required to support business operations
• Be available to work hours determined by site requirements

How to Apply:

Contact Hire Resolve today for your next career-changing move

Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.

Apply for this role today, contact Mischa Bornman at mischa.bornman@hireresolve.us  or on LinkedIn

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We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise