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Contracts Manager

United Infrastructure
Hertfordshire
3 weeks ago
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Job Description

About the role

Here at United Infrastructure our responsive team is growing and we are recruiting a Contracts Manager to come and join us. We are looking for a candidate that has experience of managing contracts, overseeing direct labour and supply chain models and implementing efficiencies. Our ideal candidate will already be a Contract Manager managing a repairs delivery model. Experience in Housing is preferred but not essential. You will be managing a new contract covering the Home Counties and East London.

Our commercial and operational teams are integrated to ensure that we offer best value and service to our clients. Procurement will be a major part of the role, including negotiating packages of work with our subcontractors and supply chain partners. 

About you

  • 5 Years’ experience working for a maintenance/main contractor
  • Leadership experience
  • Good data interrogation skills
  • Valid driving licence
  • Competent use in Microsoft Project and Microsoft Excel Trackers
  • Excellent client engagement skills
  • Excellent Health and Safety Awareness
  • Excellent people skills and the ability to drive performance from your team of staff


Qualifications

  • SMSTS 
  • 5 Years experience in the sector 



Additional Information

If you are a Contracts Manager seeking a dynamic and diverse work environment, we're offering:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Opportunities for career progression aligned with the company’s growth
  • Immediate interview for qualified candidates

Join us at United Infrastructure today and be part of our mission to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions to the complex infrastructure needs of the UK.  

Please note that United Living has rebranded to United Infrastructure. Our LinkedIn landing page will still display as "United Living," but when you click “Apply,” it will redirect to "United Infrastructure.

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