This is predominantly an office-based role but will require site visits as and when required.

The role itself is specifically within the installation division of Heightsafe Systems Ltd, managing medium-large size works with a contract value range of 2k-500k. It is the responsibility of the contracts manager to plan, procure, deliver and handover fall protection projects for our clients within allocated budgets.

We expect you to become a key player within Heightsafe Systems Ltd and work closely with the General Manager, Operations Manager and Team, making a direct contribution to our fulfilment success.

Role: Contracts Manager
Department: Install
Reporting to: Paul Humphreys – Operations Manager
Location: Croft Business Park, Bromborough, Wirral, CH62 3PL
Salary: TBC on experience

Role & Responsibilities

• Plan projects and ensure they are carried out safely and in-line with company policies,   procedures and relevant British standards.
• Produce risk and method statements for each project managed – specific to site requirements.
• Deliver projects without safety incidents, within time and to budget.
• Maintaining and growing profit margins on projects.
• Ensure procurement and reconciliation of materials is carried out in accordance with Company procedures to best value and to prevent delays.
• Ensure site team compliance with Company commercial policies and procedures.
• Ensure weekly review of progress, budget resources and forward planning are carried out, and lookahead programs are in place.
• Ensure that ITPs are produced where required.
• Ensure that System Technical Files are produced where required.
• Build and maintain relationships with both the client and external customers.

Person Specification

The successful candidate is likely to meet all of the following criteria:

Essential

• UK Driving License.
• Minimum Math’s and English GCSE or equivalent.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, Outlook, Microsoft Project etc.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Office based with travel to customers when required.
• Extensive experience of managing projects within the working at height industry and installations specifically. Minimum 3 years’ experience.
• Good working knowledge of contract conditions, CDM regulations, design management, program and risk management and cost control including forecasting, actual cost, and value reporting.
• Knowledge of relevant standards and regulations for fall protection and façade industry [including 7883:2019 / 8610:2017 / EN795:2012]

Desirable

• NEBOSH
• Experience working onsite installing working at height products.
• Working at Height Training

Application Process

Individuals should apply in writing outlining why they feel they are suitable for the position, attaching/enclosing a current CV.

All applicants must let their current Manager know of their intention to apply.

Please forward your applications to Paul Humphreys, Operations Manager at Heightsafe.

Email address   [email protected] by 31st May 2024.