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Contract Manager
Job Posted: 2 hours ago
Salary: £ 52,000 - 55,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Enfield
Expire in: a month
Job Description
CONTRACTS MANAGER
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Our client is one of the largest specialised home adaptation companies in the UK. They help the elderly and less able to maintain independent living by offering a comprehensive range of adaptations in the home.
COMPANY USP
Comprehensive Home Adaptation ServicesOur client provides a full range of services, from simple modifications like installing grab rails to complete home redesigns. This comprehensive approach ensures that all aspects of a client's needs are addressed, promoting safety and comfort within the home.
Specialization in AccessibilityWith a focus on accessibility, our client team offers expert consultancy and design services to create environments that support independent living. Their expertise ensures that adaptations are both functional and compliant with relevant standards.
Experience with Diverse ClienteleOur client has a proven track record working with local authorities, commercial entities, and private individuals. This diverse experience allows them to understand and meet the unique requirements of various clients, ensuring satisfaction across different sectors
JOB PURPOSE
Due to continued expansion, we are now looking for an experienced Contract Manager/Surveyor. Working autonomously as well as within the wider contracts team, you should be commercially and operationally astute, able to take responsibility for preparing tenders, preparing price summaries from Schedules of rates (SORs), producing specifications and creating CAD scheme designs based on Occupational Therapist's recommendations. Work closely with Supervisors and dedicated administrators to manage workloads to ensure client’s needs and requirements are adhered to. (CAD skills advantage but not essential as training can be given).
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversee site-based Health and Safety and apply for all relevant permissions, e.g., Planning, Building Control, and build-over agreements.
Scrutiny of PL for each project and contract. To work closely with allocated Supervisory site staff. Previous experience with disability design and the Equality Act 2010 would be an advantage but not essential.
Understand/interpret written specifications and have the technical know-how/understanding of how existing services and structures can impact the design.
Produce basic CAD scheme designs based on Survey and written specifications.
Responsible for the overall pricing and delivery of tenders through Schedule of Rates (SORs) or individually priced tenders, therfo0re experience of working with NHF SORs is essential.
Valuation and final account agreements with Clients and Subcontractors.
Overseeing installations of wet rooms and accessible kitchens, together with whole house adaptations projects from site set up through to completion.
Overall management of the site teams with the assistance of the Supervisor.
Responsible for the commercial delivery of the projects.
Interim valuation and final account agreement.
Sub-contractor payment approval and control.
Problem resolution of disputes with clients and Sub-contractor.
Communication skills with high-level clients, Occupational Therapists and End Users. IT skills required with WORD and EXCEL experience required
Any other duties as reasonably required
QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE
Proven experience as a Contract Manager or Surveyor within construction or home adaptations
Good understanding of NHF Schedule of Rates (SORs) and tender preparation
Knowledge of wet rooms, accessible bathrooms, and kitchen installations
Strong communication and organisational skills
Confident using Microsoft Word, Excel, and basic CAD (training can be provided)
Ability to manage multiple projects and ensure commercial delivery
Full UK driving licence (essential)
SALARY / BENEFITS
£52,000 - £55,000 Doe
25 days holiday + Bank
Pension scheme – Auto enrolment
Employee Assistance Programme
Life insurance
Company Car (EV) /optional car allowance
Discretionary annual performance related bonus scheme.
You will be part of a friendly and busy team.
3-month probationary period
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