Contracts Manager

As Contracts Manager you will have responsibility for site teams across a number of our developments in the Surrey, West Sussex and Hampshire areas. Ensuring that a high quality is delivered, health and safety is integrated in all we do whilst achieving our build programmes and budgets. About the Contracts Manager role Reporting directly to our Construction Director you will: Project planning; agree the direction of build and locations for compounds and storage, identify critical path issues such as services and put plans in place to meet key dates. Build programme; produce build programmes ensuring these are followed any issues affecting delivery are swiftly resolved, collaborate with the other regional departments including commercial and sales to ensure the smooth operation of the development. Build quality; in conjunction with the quality control team regularly inspect developments to ensure that the highest standards of build are achieved. Build costs; collaborate with the commercial team to ensure that costs are being controlled within budget and any variations or extras are minimised. Health and Safety; ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety and environmental policies to ensure a safe working environment, review any specific training needs and undertake regular review. Leadership; motivate and provide clear direction to the site teams, assist with the performance management of team members to ensure the highest standards are achieved and play an integral role in recruiting and retaining the team.

• Proven experience working for a residential house builder in a similar level role
• Experience in delivering multiple projects
• Demonstrable understanding and application of health and safety best practice and legislation
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting construction drawings
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• SMSTS qualified.
  
  Shanly Homes - the privately-owned, award-winning regional housebuilder - is looking for a Contracts Manager to be part of a successful team developing bespoke, high-end properties in and around the home counties.
  
  What we offer in return
• Friendly, supportive team with a welcoming culture
• A privately-owned business with all the benefits of a financially strong company that has stood the test of time
• Competitive salary and car allowance
• Discretionary annual and long-term bonus schemes. (Up to 15% of annual salary)
• Enhanced pension scheme paid via salary exchange
• BUPA cover
• Annual leave starting at 25 days to a max of 30 days
• Free life assurance
• Many wellbeing benefits on-demand GP service, discounted gym membership, Employee Assistance Programme and a cycle to work scheme
• Discount scheme with savings across a range of sectors
• Plus many social events throughout the year.