Contract Manager

6 days ago


Durham, Durham, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

Company Overview

Manpower UK Ltd is a leading provider of commercial services, supporting businesses in the utilities sector with expertise and experience.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Commercial team. This exciting opportunity will see you working closely with our clients and internal stakeholders to deliver successful projects.

Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, your key responsibilities will include:

  • Supporting the Commercial Team in ensuring adherence to company systems, processes, and procedures on contracts.
  • Monitoring and reporting on the financial performance of assigned contracts within strict deadlines.
  • Assisting in establishing suitable construction contracts with clients to meet procurement needs.
  • Preparing accurate financial statements for assigned contracts.
  • Ensuring proper administration of contract requirements, including managing variations (changes) to the works.
  • Maintaining contemporary records for supporting claims, extensions of time, and evaluation of variations.
  • Managing the appointment and ongoing management of subcontractors, including payment applications and final accounts.
  • Ensuring prompt submission of invoices and applications for payment to clients.
  • Assisting in producing information for pre-qualification questionnaires (PQQs) and tenders.
  • Mentoring and guiding the Commercial and Operations Team through training initiatives.
  • Overseeing Commercial Staff regarding timekeeping, technical training, development, resourcing, and performance reviews.

About You

The ideal candidate will possess:

  • Experience with NEC3 or NEC4 Contracts involving target cost, fixed price, or cost-reimbursable mechanisms.
  • Familiarity with framework and contract mechanisms within the utilities sector.
  • A background in infrastructure or non-infrastructure projects is preferable.
  • Experience working in a multi-disciplinary environment.
  • Proficiency in preparing interim and final accounts.
  • A clean driving license.

What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary of £60,000 - £80,000 per annum, dependent on experience, plus a range of benefits including health insurance, pension scheme, and annual leave.

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