Contracts Manager; Build Residential

Contracts Manager (New Build Residential) (RACM
120626) Magherafelt, Northern Ireland

Salary: GBP
55000 - GBP
65000 per annum + + vehicle / package

• Job Reference: RACM
  120626
• Job Title: Contracts Manager (New Build Residential)
• Location: Magherafelt, Northern Ireland

Contracts Manager

Are you looking for a Contracts Manager role? Interested in working for a leading Construction Company?

VANRATH
are recruiting a Contracts Manager to work for a leading Construction Company in Magherafelt, Northern Ireland.

The business are looking for a Contracts Manager to lead the delivery of a new build residential project comprising houses and apartments in the Mid Ulster area. This will suit a Contracts Manager with similar project experience that come on board and hit the ground running. This is a permanent opportunity with an organisation that can provide long term career stability and progression.

Remuneration:
£55,000 - £65,000 + vehicle / package

Package Includes:

• Company vehicle
• Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance

Role Overview:

Oversee the successful delivery of new build residential houses and apartments from infrastructure and groundworks through to completion. Projects are primarily in the Mid-Ulster area. Manage and coordinate subcontractors on site to ensure works are delivered safely, on programme and to the required quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee multiple new build residential developments and monitor progress against programme and budget
• Coordinate contractors, subcontractors, consultants, utility providers, and local authorities
• Review and manage project costs, valuations, variations, and forecasts
• Monitor infrastructure, groundworks, roads, sewers, drainage, and housing construction activities
• Identify and mitigate commercial, contractual, and programme risks
• Lead project meetings and provide regular progress reports to the Directors
• Ensure health, safety, environmental, and quality standards are maintained across all sites
• Review contractor performance and drive continuous improvement in delivery and efficiency
• Manage defect resolution and project close-out activities
• Ensure developments meet planning conditions, technical approvals, and adoption requirements where applicable.

The Ideal Person:

• Degree or equivalent qualification in a related discipline
• Experienced Contracts Manager or Project Manager
• Track record delivering new build houses and apartments
• Strong management skills with the ability to get the best out of site teams
• High level of Health and Safety knowledge and application
• Good IT Skills to enable flow of information between those involved in the project, particularly Microsoft Outlook
• Valid CSR card or equivalent
• Full driving license