Contracts Manager
Barratt Redrow
A leading homebuilder focusing on residential development and creating sustainable communities.
Oversee construction sites from acquisition to completion, managing safety, cost, schedule, teams.
1 months ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Solihull, England, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
25,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Residential property development
Commercial construction
Timber frame manufacturing
Land acquisition
Customer care and after sales support
Sustainability and biodiversity partnerships
Apprenticeship and early careers programs
Multi‑brand housing offerings
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Buildings
Role
Description
construction monitoring
safety compliance
program scheduling
cost control
resource coordination
client liaison
- Monitor each stage of construction as work proceeds to ensure a quality product.
- Manage and monitor Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE) performance where required to ensure compliance with legal obligations and requirements detailed in the Company’s SHE Management system.
- Set and achieve build programme targets, as advised by the Construction Director.
- Control additional costs for non-productive and prelim expenditure to ensure Group guidelines and take part in cost control meetings.
- Liaise with all departments to support the Site Manager’s role and ensure information, materials and contractors are available.
- Liaise with purchasers to ensure we provide a suitable level of service after completion.
- Lead and develop the site management teams.
- Monitor performance against construction programme to ensure targets are met and completions are on time. Progress chasing as required. Provide dates through Sales/Build meetings to ensure legal completions are as forecasted.
- Assist the Construction Director in all matters relating to the efficient performance of the Construction Department.
- Provide a professional interface with purchasers, external contacts, contractors, etc.
- Ensure adequate and suitable resources are available for an effective site start.
- Support the Site Manager in ensuring that on-site Construction teams are fully resourced and well-directed, with clear guidelines to their own job responsibilities, and are provided with full support in achieving these, in terms of communication, training and development, and the organisation of the site’s workload.
- Support in the provision of suitable tender requirements for subcontractors and suppliers, monitor their performance and feedback to Commercial department.
Requirements
customer care
resilient
senior manager
nvq level5
health safety
chartered
- Good knowledge, understanding and experience of dealing with all issues relating to Customer Care.
- Self-confident, decisive, resilient and able to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Proven experience of working in a senior role in the construction industry, including managerial experience.
- A member of the Chartered Institute of Builders and/or qualified to NVQ level 5 in Construction Management with considerable experience of the full range of construction trades. (desirable not essential).
- In depth knowledge of all aspects of the construction trade and the relevant legislative requirements e.g. Health and Safety, NHBC requirements and Building Regulations.
Benefits
- Annual Medical Health Assessment
- Competitive Salary
- Private Medical Cover - Single Cover
- Enhanced Family Friendly Policies
- 26 days’ holiday (increase by 1 day for every 3 years’ continuous service up to 29 days)
- Competitive Bonus Scheme
- Company Car or Cash Allowance
- Choice of Flexible Benefits
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
- A major UK homebuilder, known for its residential developments and large-scale projects.
- Founded through the merger of two leading construction firms, creating a legacy of quality housing.
- Specializes in building homes across urban and suburban landscapes, from starter homes to luxury properties.
- Projects range from traditional housing developments to mixed-use urban regeneration, with a focus on sustainability.
- Has contributed significantly to UK housing supply, building thousands of homes annually.
- Notable work includes the development of new communities and transformation of neglected areas into thriving neighborhoods.
- Operates with a commitment to quality, innovation, and integrating modern technologies into construction processes.
Culture + Values
- We are committed to quality, safety, and innovation.
- We aim to deliver the highest standards in everything we do.
- We foster a culture of collaboration, respect, and trust.
- We encourage continuous learning and development.
- We hold ourselves accountable to our customers and communities.
- We embrace change and seek innovative solutions.
- We operate with integrity and honesty in all our dealings.
Environment + Sustainability
2040
Net Zero Target
Aim to achieve zero carbon emissions by 2040.
- Committed to reducing carbon emissions across all operations.
- Focus on energy efficiency and sustainable building practices in every home.
- Homes built with high standards of energy performance to reduce environmental impact.
- Pledged to reduce water consumption in operations.
- Set ambitious goals to reduce construction waste and improve recycling rates.
- Invest in renewable energy solutions for construction processes.
Inclusion & Diversity
30%
Gender Balance in Senior Roles
A significant portion of leadership positions are held by women.
- Aim for gender balance across all levels of the business.
- Implement strategies for inclusive recruitment and development.
- Track gender diversity at each stage of the hiring process.
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