Contract Manager

Contract Manager
Darford Priory Hill
Full Permanent
Salary up to 55795.00 per annum plus car allowance

We are thrilled to announce that Mears has been awarded various prestigious Net Zero Retrofit project delivering SHDF works on behalf of our clients! This significant achievement underscores our unwavering commitment to excellence in delivering top-tier facilities maintenance and social housing services. The SHDF project is a cornerstone initiative aimed at enhancing the quality and sustainability of social housing. The project focuses on improving housing standards and implementing energy saving solutions for the community. Our dedicated team will be at the forefront driving energy efficiency and improving living standards for residents.

About the Role:

As a Contract Manager you will be working with in our planned works team providing a stable and
profitable contract delivering excellent service and support through our local teams who
understand the importance of working together for the local community.

You will be required to support the General Manger on delivery of high-quality capital & programmed works and / or built environment services to Housing Client properties ensuring teams operate to Mears defined branch standards and deliver best in class customer service whilst satisfying all safety quality and cost control standards relating to budget profitability and resource deployment.

• Management of all aspects of operational and commercial delivery overall contract
  performance in line with contractual commitments and agreed company & client protocols.
  Managing works to programme time frames producing project updates relating to budget
  cash flow work programmes and health & safety.
• Ensure compliancy and adherence to health & safety. regulations Mears standard operating
  procedures Mears values and quality assurance accreditations. Demonstrate maintain and
  monitor the companys commitment to best practice with legislation codes of practice &
  good working practices relevant to all work activities.
• Management of direct labour resources and supply chain identifying opportunities to
  increase productivity and capture and maximise efficiency savings. Work with group
  Procurement to maximise the benefit of national procurement agreements and new
  innovations.
• Adherence to and completion of company & client reporting protocols with required
  timescales.
• Cultivate a positive customer focused culture that is instilled and promoted across all work /
  programme activities via Mears Red Thread. Ensure this culture is actively demonstrated by
  staff through a professional approach to communicating with all stakeholders through
  appearance of sites works assets and individuals and in maintaining high health & safety.
  standards at all times.
• Ensure attainment of high levels of customer satisfaction in delivery and achieving
  contractual KPI targets whilst adhering to Mears Standard Operating Procedures.
• Manage employees performance coach and develop individuals in their roles. Protect all
  company assets supplied ensuring applicable HR Policies & Procedures are followed with
  assets maintained in good condition. Utilise reports available to administer this task.
• Provide accurate reporting to management as requested Where appropriate cultivate a strong working relationship with client service understand local communities. Provide feedback and assessment of client views in relation to project delivery and market trends.
  

Role Criteria:

• Proven track record of capital / programmed works or repairs and maintenance
  management & delivery.
• Proven track record of commercial and performance management.
• Ability to manage multiple sites & contracts.
• Proven track record of working in a customer focused environment.
• Experience of contract/project management including:
• Motivating & inspiring a diverse workforce;
• Building & maintaining a strong control environment incorporating business governance risk
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All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship.
To drive a Mears vehicle you must be aged over 21 have held your licence over 3 months and have less than 9 points.
Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant DBS/Security checks before commencement of employment.

Benefits we can offer you

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Annual Mears Fun Day - Our annual Fun Day is organised as a massive thank you from the
Executive team for all the hard work!
Volunteering Leave - Mears supports employees to undertake paid volunteering in the
community in support of our social value commitment.
Staff perks with Mears Rewards - discounts of up to 10% weekly groceries holidays eye test
vouchers Share save scheme plus much more
Family friendly policies

Apply below or to discuss your application further; contact:

If you need any help with your application process we are here to support you. We will be accessible every step of the way.

At Mears Group we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive we are a Disability Confident employer valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all.

We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and are honoured to have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) to coincide with this we hold an Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership recognising our commitment to veterans transitioning into civilian careers.

In our continued effort to promote social mobility we invite applicants to voluntarily share their background information during the application stages to help us better understand the diverse experiences of our candidates. This is to ensure we are committed to improving social mobility. We use the Social Mobility Index to assess and enhance opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds. These questions are optional and will not impact your ability to apply.