Job Description

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Summary

Caddick Construction is a family-owned business renowned for quality, integrity, and innovation in the construction sector. We are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to join our team due to a number of exciting new projects.


At Caddick Construction, we value our people and prioritize collaboration, transparency, and career development. This is an excellent opportunity to become a vital part of our growing team.

What You'll Do

Contracts Manager

Manage, plan and coordinate projects and ensure they are programmed to a level of detail necessary for the site team to deliver the project on time. Understand contractual obligations of contract on all sites they are accountable for. Ensure procurement and reconciliation of materials is carried out in accordance with Company procedures to best value and to prevent delays. Ensure site team compliance with Company commercial policies and procedures. Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental Management Systems (see further responsibilities below). Attend tender handover meetings and deliver pre-start meetings to the site team. Ensure a commercial plan and end of life forecast is in place and monitored monthly for the successful commercial delivery of the project. Forecast handover dates are realistic and communicated effectively to the Client at the appropriate time. Produce and analyse progress reports, updated costs and forecasts. Ensure correct commercial engagement of subcontractors. Implement the risk management process, review risk register and check risk controls. Review monthly CVRs with the project team and implement necessary actions. Complete and distribute the contract initiation/completion forms for each project. Ensure weekly review of progress, budget resources and forward planning are carried out, and lookahead programmes are in place. Chair and attend internal and external meetings and ensure the production of accurate records of any discussions and actions. Ensure timely management of both temporary and permanent design to meet the requirements of each project. Ensure retention monies are collected at the appropriate time. Liaise with the commercial team regarding legal/contract and insurance issues. When working on tenders or negotiations ensure there is a clear understanding of the commercial world that clients require of us, and any input is commercially correct and suitable. Ensure quality control systems are implemented robustly as are design management processes and procedures. Ensure no defects are evident at practical completion and a robust regime of snagging is in place throughout the contract duration but particularly at handover stage. Provide coaching to all staff under their direction to improve their performance and assist in their development. Conduct appraisals and develop training needs with support from the HR Business Partner and Health, Safety & Environment Manager. Liaise with clients, residents and the public as required and attend site meetings and presentations as a representative of the Company. Carry out any other reasonable duties considered necessary to contribute to the effectiveness of the company and keep management regularly informed.

Customer Relations

Build and maintain relationships with both the client and external customers. Chair and lead meetings with the customer and report on progress to date. Ensure that works are carried out in a manner which minimises community impact.

Health, Safety and Environmental

By example, set the highest possible standards of leadership in promotion of SHE procedures and best practice, ensuring compliance with Company procedures and legal obligations. Allocate SHE responsibilities and duties for site personnel, check understanding and provide training as necessary. Maintain and manage construction sites and subcontractors, ensuring all subcontractors follow Caddick's procedures and processes. Oversee and ensure that HSE-related documents are kept up to date and undertake senior manager site inspections, ensuring that audits and reports are produced, liaising with the necessary parties. Liaise with third parties to ensure compliance with HAUC, NRSWA and Chapter 8 and other required regulatory standards.

Quality

Ensure that ITPs are produced. Ensure that the QA File is produced and maintained. Establish and promote best practice.

What We're Looking For

Skills and Experience

Extensive experience of managing projects within Caddick's portfolio. Good working knowledge of contract conditions, CDM regulations, design management, programme and risk management and cost control including forecasting, actual cost and value reporting. Proficient in the use of MS Office including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerProject. Knowledge of the NEC contract including the Early Warning and Compensation Event mechanisms. Experience of Pre-Qualification and Tendering process for a number of multi-discipline projects. Educated as a minimum to HNC/HND/Degree level (or equivalent i.e. NVQ Level 6). MCIOB or MICE, or equivalent (desirable). NEBOSH Construction Certificate (desirable). SMSTS or IOSH. CSCS Managers Card (Black Card).


Personal Attributes

Excellent people management skills with the ability to influence and mentor. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with both customers and all levels. Problem solving skills and analytical thinking.

Why Join Caddick Group?

Competitive Compensation and Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary package and comprehensive benefits to support your career.


Career Growth:

As part of a growing organization, you'll have clear opportunities for professional development and progression.


A People-Centred Approach:

We prioritize collaboration, integrity, and long-term partnerships, making Caddick Group a great place to grow your career.


Equal Opportunity Employer:

Caddick Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of background, identity, or status.

Caddick Group Benefits

Health and Wellbeing:

We are committed to supporting our colleagues' health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme, offering 24/7 confidential support for you and your family on a wide range of issues. We also promote cancer awareness through PSA (Prostate-specific Antigen) testing and host breast cancer awareness sessions.



Birthday Day Off:

Enjoy a discretionary day off each year to celebrate your birthday!



Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme:

You can purchase up to 5 extra days of holiday and spread the cost throughout the year. We believe it's important to take time away from work for your wellbeing.



Caddick Hub:

Our exclusive colleague discount programme helps you save money on everything from groceries and holidays to new technology and cinema trips.



Enhanced Family Friendly Leave:

We offer enhanced parental, maternity and paternity leave to support you in balancing work and family life.



Ride to work scheme:

Take advantage of tax and national insurance savings of up to 47% and spread the cost of a new cycle and accessories over 12 months.



Pension:

Caddick Group contributes

5%

to your pension to support your long-term financial wellbeing.


Continuous Professional Development:

We're passionate about your growth. You'll have access to learning and development opportunities to advance your skills and career.



Private Healthcare & Medicash:

We offer a private healthcare scheme (treated as a benefit in kind) that covers you, your spouse, and children up to age 21.



Life Assurance:

Enjoy peace of mind with life insurance providing death-in-service cover of up to 4x your salary, valid up to age 70.