Contracts Manager

Contracts ManagerSouth West / Bristol areaOpportunity for a Contracts Manager to join a Tier 1 Civil Engineering Main contractor on a permanent basis in Bristol.The South West Division has recently been awarded a number of new Highways Improvement schemes from the Bristol and Somerset County Council. The types of projects will include upgrades of public realm, street lighting, surfacing, paving and drainage ranging from c.£4-10 million.As a result of their recent success, they are looking to recruit an experienced Contracts Manager with Highways and Civil Engineering experience to lead the existing team.As well as inheriting an established team of engineers for the day-to-day site duties you will also have access and gain support from a Head Office who have over 100 staff providing technical support across the South West.Daily duties include:

• Managing projects from conception, design, planning and construction
• Manage construction price plans, weekly programmes and progress meetings.
• Organise, chair and hold regular and ad-hoc meetings relating to the projects with the internal team and the client.
• Ensure that the resources required to execute the work safely are deployed to site to ensure that the works can be executed safely.
• Reviewing quotations from subcontractors alongside the QS
• Management of all on-site teams, ensuring programme is on track.
• Preparing construction programmes and construction phase plans.
• Producing progress reports and representing the company at monthly project meetings.
• Supporting site managers with H&S, RAMS

Due to the nature of the projects its essential that you have a driving licence as travel in between the sites is essential. This is a hands-on role which requires mentorship to the team so it's also essential that you can be a presence in the Bristol office at least 4 days a week to support and develop the less experienced members of the team and to ensure that the projects are on track.This role could suit a Project Manager looking for a step up into a Contracts Manager role or a Site Manager seeking more responsibility.Essential qualifications / experience for the role include:

• Degree qualified (industry relevant degree) or equivalent.
• Demonstratable knowledge of NEC4 contractsOperational and commercial experience to understand fully how a project is managed
• Civil Engineering backgroundIdeally an operational background Excellent Communication and Management skills
• SMSTS
• CSCS
• First Aid at Work.

In return the company offers a competitive salary, car / car allowance, discretionary annual bonus, dental cover and more. Also you'll be offered genuine career progression and the opportunity to work in a great team environment.To apply please attach your update CV or contact Laura at RGB for more information.