Contracts Planning Lead

We are currently working with a Market Leader in Safety Systems to hire a Contracts Planning Lead for their office in the Midlands.

Responsibilities:

1. Resource Planning: Accurately plan and allocate resources for construction projects in collaboration with project engineers, leads, and site teams.
2. Progress Reporting: Regularly update contract progress on in-house systems, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information.
3. Liaison: Act as a key liaison between various departments within the company, including engineering, quality, safety, manufacturing, finance, and HR, to ensure smooth project execution.
4. Issue Resolution: Address and resolve issues within project teams, both internal and external (client), and escalate matters when necessary.
5. Quality Assurance: Champion and monitor quality processes for construction projects to maintain high standards.
6. Team Performance: Lead and track the performance of installation teams, including both internal and external subcontractors.
7. Contract Management: Oversee external subcontractors and contract hires, ensuring quality and adherence to project requirements.
8. Planning Meetings: Organize and manage weekly planning meetings to ensure project progress and alignment with schedules.
9. Execution Oversight: Monitor overall contract execution, collaborating with site supervisors, project engineers/leads, and manufacturing managers.
10. Installation Works: Schedule and monitor all installation work, including feedback from the installation team.
11. Employee Reviews: Lead the process for employee reviews and reporting related to installation teams.
12. Contract Planning: Ensure that all contracts are planned at least 8 weeks in advance, with dates entered for each item.

Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate for this role should possess the following qualifications and attributes:

• Experience: At least 3 years of experience as a Project Manager handling multiple projects.
• Education: A degree or diploma in Project Management or equivalent practical experience.
• Communication: Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with various departments and customers.
• Commercial Awareness: Solid understanding of commercial aspects related to construction projects.
• Pressure Handling: Ability to thrive under pressure and work with tight project deadlines while adhering to process disciplines.
• Organization: Must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, and highly organized with excellent time management skills.

Why apply with Sonas ?

• One point of contact – We can manage all your applications, interviews and negotiations
• We will get your CV seen by the right hiring managers

For more information or to apply directly email aimee.burke@sonastechnical.com

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