Contracts Manager in Cardiff, South Glamorgan

Job Description:

My client is a small groundworks/civils Subcontractor who is looking for a Contracts Manager to join their team due to continued growth within the business. They are looking for someone who is happy working from the office and conducting site visits around Swansea and Cardiff as and when required.

The Job

To manage and oversee the day-to-day delivery of groundworks contracts, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget and to the required standard of quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple groundworks projects from commencement through to completion.
• Plan and coordinate labour, plant, materials and subcontractors.
• Liaise with main contractors, clients, site managers and suppliers.
• Monitor project costs, budgets and overall profitability.
• Ensure works are delivered to programme and any delays are identified and addressed.
• Carry out regular site visits to monitor progress, quality and productivity.
• Ensure all health and safety requirements, RAMS and site procedures are followed.
• Review drawings, specifications and construction programmes.
• Identify variations, additional works and potential commercial opportunities.
• Assist with pricing, valuations and agreeing variations where required.
• Resolve day-to-day site issues and provide practical support to site teams.
• Ensure projects are properly documented and handed over on completion.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience managing groundworks or civil engineering contracts.
• Good understanding of drainage, foundations, roads, paving and associated groundworks.
• Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage site teams and multiple projects.
• Commercial awareness and understanding of project costs.
• Full UK driving licence.
• SMSTS or equivalent site management qualification preferred.

Personal Attributes

• Hands-on, practical and proactive approach.
• Reliable, organised and able to work independently.
• Good leadership and people management skills.
• Commercially minded with a focus on delivering profitable projects.