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Do you believe that if something is worth doing, it's worth doing well?

Juniors Contracts Manager / Assistant (Construction & Stone Company)

Location: Battlesbridge, Essex

Full-time, Permanent

Responsibilities:

As a Contract Manager Assistant, you will be reporting to the Senior Contracts Managers and Directors and working in conjunction with a core team.

The roles and responsibilities are, but not limited to:

Develop a thorough understanding of the project
From point of handover, organise your given projects
Procurement of materials and equipment etc
Prepare and monitor Construction phase programmes
Enforce and maintain health and safety protocols
Selection of and approval of Sub-contractor RAMS etc
Checking and maintaining quality on site
Preparation and attendance at site/client meetings
Maintain the job files with all correspondence etc
Overcome challenges on site proactively if needed
Fulfil your role as part of a team

The role is site and office-based and involves regular travel to and from sites. A full driving licence is therefore essential.

Experience/skills Desired:

2+ years' previous experience in a similar role is essential
Must have a good knowledge of a wide range of trades
HND/HNC or equivalent qualification preferred
Good oral and written communication skills
Excellent literary/numeracy skills, capable knowledge of Outlook/Word/Excel/Project (or similar planning software)
Experience in restoration/heritage works is beneficial
Training will be provided

Interpersonal skills:

Excellent time and people management skills
Self-motivated and a pro-active approach is essential
Must work well as part of a team
Good organisational skills with ability to produce clear documentation to colleagues or clients alike.
Attention to detail to achieve work of top quality

Monday to Friday, occasional weekend work

Competitive Salary + package (neg for the right candidate)

Range £25-£35,000 p.a.

COVID-19 considerations: Interviews will be held at the Head Office.

All attendees to the offices are currently required to observe PPE and social distancing requirements.

Send your full up-to-date CV to:

sara.geyer@universalstone.co.uk

Feel free to contact us directly to find out more details about this role.