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Contracts Manager, Residential Sector, Northern Ireland based, Construction sector, Private Developer
Your new company
A well renowned and respected Property Developer based here in Northern Ireland is currently recruiting a Contracts Manager to oversee private residential sites in in N.I.
Due to a growing order book, strong housing sales, and new sites coming live, this Property Developer is seeking to strengthen their management team with an additional Contracts Manager.
Based in County Down, your new employer has sites across the country ranging from Belfast to the Northwest and in to parts of county Down. With a reputation for quality, delivery and excellent finish, this company has a built an enviable business that continues to grow and help shape the residential sector in Northern Ireland.
Your new employer offers continuous support, a long-term career path and the chance to develop alongside like-minded colleagues for the betterment of Northern Ireland’s housing sector.
Your new role
As Contracts Manager you will report to Senior Management and have direct correspondence with Directors on the ongoing development of new and existing sites under your control.
Some duties and responsibilities of the role will include but not be limited to the following:
This role will enable you to work closely with the contractors on the ground who will manage the day-to-day site teams, as well as be involved in the continued build programmes for existing and future sites. Each new site will require input at the pre-construction phase, where you will ensure all legal and contractual obligations are met and that the commercial team are informed on progress.
What you’ll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, it will require you to have first-hand experience of residential developments, pre-construction and design works as above, ensuring plans and permits are in place and that design and commercial / contractual obligations are being met.Previous experience working in the residential sector will be required as well as a positive can-do attitude, and someone who can communicate at all levels, from board and client meetings to subcontractors. Relevant experience is essential and, ideally, you will have a construction degree or technical background to ensure quality of builds. You must be commutable to the offices in County Down where you will spend time, as well as be able and prepared to conduct visits to sites in Northern Ireland.
What you’ll get in return
This role will be integral to the business and, as such, salaries will be negotiable based on the level of experience you can bring to the role. You will receive all standard benefits inclusive of annual leave entitlement and pension contributions, alongside some additional company perks which can be discussed with the employer. Based in an ideal location, this role will see your time split 70/30 between the office and sites and provide you with a well-rounded, rich job role as well as a commensurable package. This is a permanent position and long-term stable employment in a business projecting growth, and already with a full order book for years to come. There will be continued development opportunities within, and you can expect to have a lasting career with this private developer.
What you need to do now
If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Chris McNamara now.If this job isn’t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
