Contracts Manager

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We are currently looking for a Contracts Manager for our North and Scotland PAVE Contracting team to lead, guide and direct teams to fully support and drive the Contracting strategy for the region. You will be responsible for the effective delivery of projects, including Smart Motorways Strategy, Operational Business plans and all Operational objectives. This role provides leadership, guidance and direction to ensure all objectives and targets are achieved, ensuring the team maximise financial returns and remain fully compliant with safety and business policies and procedures. 

As this is a regional role we are flexible on your location so whether you live in Leeds, York, Sheffield or anywhere else across the region, if you have the experience and skills to successfully deliver this role then we want to hear from you. 

We’re working hard to create a dynamic and inclusive environment and it’s important that our people come from a variety of different backgrounds. 

Main ResponsibilitiesReporting to the Operations Manager the role of Contracts Manager will be responsible for leading and ensuring delivery of the area operations strategy, driving operational efficiency through business optimise principles of minimising cost and maximising value on all contracts. 

The role of Contracts Manager will also be responsible for: 

Working with Operations manager and Managing QS to ensure submission and weekly review of contract performance including pre and post contract evaluations to aid accurate month end forecasts 

Developing and maintaining key customer and supply chain relationships via regular communication and visits 

Working closely with internal and external stakeholders to reduce delays and the cost to serve customers via accurate weekly, monthly and 6 monthly forecasts for all contracts 

Contributing to the improvement of turnover and volumes and helping to secure a long - term work bank by building relationships with key existing and new clients in your area,  engaging with commercial teams, supporting key tenders and liaising with clients 

Driving the operational strategy, ensuring all operational activities comply with safety and business policies and procedures and are delivered within the required budget 

Driving the effective management of any exposure to both financial and risk, maximising financial return on all contracts and ensuring prompt cash collection within contract provisions 

Actively involve self in the resolution of contract disputes to maximise sustainable profit and cash flow 

Effective management, coaching and development of all direct reports providing coaching, mentoring as necessary 

Promoting sustainable products and working methods with clients to reduce carbon 

The Ideal CandidateThe ideal candidate for the role of Contracts Manager will possess in depth experience in a similar role managing construction work within the contracting market including surfacing and asphalt experience. You will also have proven experience of managing teams effectively for performance and growth, along with an excellent track record of client interface. 

Suitable candidates for the role of Contracts Manager will also have: 

Product and operational technical knowledge with strong, effective operational experience 

Solid commercial knowledge and understanding with experience of estimating and costing systems  

Working knowledge of compliance and Quality Assurance requirements 

Strong communication skills engaging at all levels with internal and external stakeholders 

Proven ability to build and create vision for success 

Ability to work to tight deadlines 

NEBOSH or IOSH Certified 

Higher Education qualification (HND/HNC Level or Degree) advantageous 

IT Literate Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint 

Why UsIn addition to the role of Contracts Manager we also offer an extensive range of career development opportunities and industry-leading rewards, incentives and benefits including: 

Company car/allowance 

Bonus scheme 

Enhanced holiday entitlement 

Contributory pension scheme 

Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc. 

Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice 

Access to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc.(REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice and menopause 

Training and development opportunities 

Interested? Why not click here to find out more?  Go on… are you ready to build your future? 

Tarmac is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.  

Please click on the apply button to complete your application. Occasionally we receive a large volume of applications for our roles and when this happens we sometimes bring the published closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment. 

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