Assistant Contracts Manager

Bromsgrove, West Midlands

Commercial Fit-out, Dilapidations, Refurbishment

Offices, Education, Industrial,

£25,000 - £35,000 + Car Allowance + Package

A privately owned Main Contractor based in Bromsgrove that undertake works across the industrial, commercial and education sectors.

Due to continued growth, they are actively recruiting for an Assistant Contracts Manager to join a close-knit team, who can share in their exciting future. They pride themselves on being a professional, approachable and client friendly Contractor, so the ideal candidate should share those company values.

An attractive salary / package is on offer, as well as the opportunity to work on a variety of interesting and challenging projects.

The Role

A good understanding of Microsoft Project programming software and all other standard Office software is required. Many projects involve work within, or in the vicinity of, live environments so similar experience is essential.

You will support a team of experienced Project Managers, shadowing on their various projects to develop your skills further and will be required to travel to site 2-3 days per week and you must be flexible to do so.

As your experience gains, you will start to lead small projects (as the lead Project manager) with the full team supporting you every step of the way.

The position is head office based but the ability to travel and undertake site visits is essential.

Key duties (assisting or undertaking) will include, but not limited to;

Providing support and as you progress, taking ownership of multiple projects, delivery teams and to manage risk ensuring work is completed safely, on time and within budget.
Oversee site-based Site Managers and deal with day-to-day issues.
Co-ordination and monitoring of subcontractors and suppliers.
Compiling and updating a CPHSP in conjunction with H&S Advisor
Compiling contract Variations with the Quantity Surveyors
Material take-offs & procurement
Undertaking site surveys
Chair Project & Design team meetings, provide written minutes & action tracking
Reviewing and approval of subcontractor RAMS
Regular site visits to check on progress and quality of work (QA)
Development of tender programmes through to Construction phase level, record progress and delays
Reviewing design information, compiling and tracking of RFI's
Assessing design details, highlighting potential issues, and pro-actively seeking guidance to ensure problems are overcome in a swift and agreeable manner.
Participating in weekly reviews of progress, budget and resourcing
Compiling Contractor's Reports and attending Site Progress Meetings
General administrative duties