Contracts Manager
From horticruitment
Working For: Horticruitment
Contracts Manager required
Job Ref G223
JOB DETAILS
Our client is a well-established landscaping firm with over 40 years of experience in the commercial and residential sectors, specialising in large-scale projects. Based in Surrey, the company offers a wide range of landscaping services, including soft landscaping, grounds maintenance, and specialist environmental work such as tree surgery. With a focus on commercial construction, their portfolio includes high-profile projects such as hospitals and major residential developments. They also operate a dedicated nursery for contract growing and containerisation services. The company prides itself on delivering quality, safety, and competitive pricing, with a strong commitment to maintaining health and safety standards across all operations.
Role Overview:
The Contracts Manager will oversee all aspects of assigned contracts, ensuring smooth project execution from start to finish. This role involves managing the contract handover process, including the receipt of key documentation such as drawings, bills of materials, pricing details, and relevant contractual paperwork. In addition, the role requires maintaining accurate site records and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
While the role is primarily office-based, occasional travel to project sites for meetings will be required. The Contracts Manager will oversee a team of site supervisors, ensuring that they are effectively managing the on-site aspects of the projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the handover of contracts, ensuring all necessary documentation is in place, including drawings, bill of materials, and contractual details.
- Manage day-to-day operations, including resource allocation, quality management, budgeting, procurement, and liaising with both site staff and management.
- Maintain comprehensive records, site diaries, and project schedules.
- Supervise and manage site supervisors working across different locations, requiring occasional travel to sites for meetings.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety standards on all projects.
Requirements:
- Possession of a valid CSCS card and other relevant industry certifications.
- Solid understanding of commercial landscaping and operational planning.
- Strong knowledge of health and safety practices.
- Proficiency in IT and digital tools for managing contract information and project schedules.
- Proven leadership and team management experience.
- Highly organised, with the ability to plan profitable projects efficiently.
- A desire to grow and progress in a leadership role within the landscaping industry.
If this Supervisor / Site Manager vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Poppy Goddard on 01233 732767 or poppy@horticruitment.com.
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