Contracts Manager

About Colas Colas Ltd are a UK subsidiary of the global Colas Group, which operates in over 50 countries worldwide and employs over 55,000 people. We are specialists in highways construction and have been involved in large scale UK and international construction projects within the highways, airfields and marine sectors as well as offering highways maintenance services and manufacturing our own innovative surfacing products. We hold a ‘Gold Investor in People’ award for continuously developing and rewarding our employees, offering excellent career potential. About the Role Colas are recruiting for a Contracts Manager with experience in Vehicle Restraint Systems to manage Key Client expectations / contracts in the Eastern region whilst ensuring the compliance with all Quality procedures and safe working practices whilst undertaking all works to the highest possible Health, Safety and Environmental standards. You will be acting within financial authorities, in respect of contract revenue, expenditure and budgets in line with operational forecasts. Principle Accountabilities: * Provide leadership, motivation and direction to the contract unit delivery team * Efficient management and utilisation of all business unit / company resource through programming, planning and effective dialogue with peers / clients * Develop and update regular activity programmes for all contract responsibilities in accordance with client requirement * Ensure the safe and efficient running of all contracts to budget with full responsibility for the financial performance of contracts * Management and coordination of all financial account adjustment ensuring effective management of contract WIP * Collation and analysis of monthly trading accounts resulting in required reporting in accordance with accounting timetable * Preparation and explanation of annual budget forecast in partnership with business accountant * Maintain / develop good relations with all key and potential clients incorporating regular meeting and site visits * Be responsible for site safety by ensuring compliance to method statements and risk assessments using induction / tool box talks / appropriate use of PPE. Ensuring constant compliance to all applicable CDM regulations * Promote and enhance safety awareness in the business, encouraging a zero tolerance to unsafe acts and a zero target for LTIs * Demonstrate and deploy strong contractual and commercial awareness * Hold a high level of experience in highway construction and maintenance * Interaction with subcontractors ensuring all appropriate information is made available, review and approval of accounts prior to release of payment * Arrange / convene pre-start, progress and review meetings ensuring discussion of variances, contractual arrangements and any required corrective actions * Investigate and instigate appropriate actions over all insurance claims, completing necessary documentation and reporting within company procedure * Support, encourage and develop all staff / operatives within your control identifying all appropriate training needs * Attend all commercial and management meetings as directed * Provide technical support to Senior Estimator during tender periods and receive and ensure compliance with Tender handover packs * Assist Commercial estimating where required over the procurement of new works assisting with client development About you Applicants will have extensive experience working on fast track motorways and trunk roads within a Highways England environment. You will hold an Appropriate ONC/HNC/HND qualification in Construction / Civil Engineering. You will also have: * Commitment to Quality, Safety and Environment. * Previous experience of NEC contract standards * Proficient IT Skills * Hold a relevant CSCS card (ideally Black card & CSCS 5-day safety qualification (SSTS / SMSTS) * Fencing industry skills Scheme (FISS) accreditation As well as a highly competitive salary, Colas are also offering some great benefits with this role, which include: * Competitive pension contribution * A company car allowance or a company car with a fuel card * 25 days annual leave per annum + the option to buy or sell up to 5 days annual leave * Flexible working * Ongoing training, and personal professional development Colas is fully committed to promoting equality and diversity and maintaining a culture of fairness, transparency and respect for all employees, clients, communities, suppliers, contractors and other stakeholders. Colas aims to be inclusive, meet diverse needs and promote awareness and ownership in the workplace and the communities in which we serve. Colas values the strength and differences that a diverse workforce brings to the organisation and believes that by harnessing these differences, we will foster a productive environment where equity and mutual respect are intrinsic, where talents are being fully utilised and organisational goals are met