Senior Contract Manager - Major Works
il y a 20 jours
Kenton
The Role: We are seeking a Senior Contracts Manager (Major Works) to lead the delivery of a major capital works programme across a housing portfolio. This is a senior leadership role responsible for managing refurbishment and improvement projects, ensuring works are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality and safety standards. You will oversee a team of project and contract management professionals, drive contractor performance, and ensure compliance with all regulatory, health and safety, and contractual requirements. Acting as the client representative, you will play a key role in ensuring effective procurement, contract administration, and successful project outcomes. Key Responsibilities: Leadership & Team Management • Lead, manage and develop a technical Major Works team, ensuring high performance and professional standards., • Provide guidance, oversight and support to project managers and delivery staff. Programme Delivery • Lead delivery of the capital works programme, including refurbishment and improvement projects., • Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to agreed quality standards., • Manage both planned and ad‑hoc major works and support emergency project responses where required. Contract & Commercial Management • Act as client representative, ensuring effective contract administration and procurement processes., • Manage contractor performance including KPIs, valuations, variations and dispute resolution., • Ensure all contract documentation, certifications and handover information is accurate and complete. Health, Safety & Compliance • Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation including CDM Regulations and building safety standards., • Carry out site inspections to monitor safety, quality and progress. Stakeholder & Resident Engagement • Maintain strong communication with residents, ensuring visibility of programmes and service standards., • Build effective relationships with contractors, consultants and internal teams. Reporting & Governance • Maintain accurate programme, financial and compliance data., • Produce reports for senior management on performance, risks and delivery outcomes. What We’re Looking For: • Significant experience delivering major works or capital refurbishment programmes, ideally within housing or a regulated environment., • Proven experience managing teams and leading technical or contract delivery functions., • Strong knowledge of construction, refurbishment methods, and building regulations., • Experience acting as a client representative and managing complex contracts., • Strong commercial and contract management skills, including procurement and performance management., • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills., • Ability to manage multiple complex projects and deliver results in a fast‑paced environment. Qualifications: • Relevant construction or property qualification., • Experience or understanding of contract forms such as JCT, NEC or similar., • Commitment to continuing professional development