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About Us
Leigh DB (JMD) Ltd is a growing construction and specialist flooring contractor delivering high-quality projects across the UK. We work with a range of commercial clients, providing professional flooring installation services as part of refurbishment, maintenance and fit-out projects.
As our business continues to grow, we are looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to lead our Project Management team, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, profitably and to the high standards our clients expect.
The Role
Reporting directly to the Operations Director, the Contracts Manager will oversee the successful delivery of multiple projects across the business through the management and support of our Project Managers.
This is a leadership role focused on operational performance, client satisfaction and commercial success. The successful candidate will ensure Project Managers have the resources, guidance and support required to deliver projects on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards, while maintaining strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders.
Regular travel to sites and company offices will be required, with occasional overnight stays depending on project locations.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor and support the Project Management team, driving performance and professional development.
- Oversee the successful delivery of multiple projects nationwide through effective management of Project Managers.
- Act as the primary operational link between the Operations Director and the Project Management team.
- Monitor project performance, programme, quality, commercial performance and client satisfaction across all live projects.
- Review project progress regularly, identifying risks and implementing solutions to maintain programme and profitability.
- Ensure appropriate labour, subcontractors, materials and resources are planned and allocated across projects.
- Support Project Managers with technical guidance, problem-solving and escalation of project issues.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and supply chain partners.
- Attend client meetings, progress reviews and strategic planning meetings where required.
- Ensure all projects comply with company procedures, contractual obligations, health & safety legislation and quality standards.
- Monitor and report project costs, variations, applications and overall financial performance.
- Produce operational reports and project updates for the Operations Director and senior leadership team.
- Drive continuous improvement across project delivery, identifying opportunities to improve processes, efficiency and client service.
Skills & Experience
- Experience within commercial flooring, refurbishment, roofing or specialist construction sectors.
- SMSTS qualification.
- CSCS Black Card (Manager).
- IOSH or NEBOSH qualification.
- Experience using project management and reporting software.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
- Company vehicle or vehicle allowance.
- Fuel card.
- Company laptop and mobile phone.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- The opportunity to play a key leadership role within a growing national business.
- A supportive leadership team with genuine opportunities to influence the future direction of the company.
Pay: From £45,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
