Contract Director

CONTRACTS DIRECTOR

Roles & responsibilities.

Pre-construction

· Working with the QS and the contracts team to create and establish the Project Schedule and Project Budget

· Supporting sub-contractor pre-qualification, pricing and appointment.

· Supporting contract negotiations

· Developing and implementing project strategies, plans and large scale budgets on complex construction projects

· Establishing and maintaining effective processes and systems to be utilised throughout the project

· Developing and delivering presentation materials for client pitches, etc

Construction

· Managing the contracts team and sub-contractors on the ground

· Coordinating Value Engineering efforts during the construction phase

· Liaising with the Client’s management team.

· Monitoring and reporting on project progress and other performance indicators

· Managing and mitigating risks and issues

· Preparing and delivering written project communication materials

· Preparing and presenting formal project progress and other reports

· Managing and coordinating the client, contractors and designers

· Collaborate with internal departments, such as finance, and procurement

Close out/Fit up

· Establishing close out documentation requirements with the Client’s document controller. Collect and track receipt of all close out documents until completion, including warranties, as-builts, O&M manuals, etc.

· Assisting with local authority final inspections and occupancy process.

· Assisting the Client in scheduling, coordination and management of all Owner-direct vendors, consultants.

Qualifications & Experience:

· Minimum 12 years’ experience

· Relevant qualification (project management or construction management)

· Member of a chartered institute e.g., RICS / CIOB although not essential

· Demonstrable experience in client-facing roles at all levels

· An in-depth understanding of large-scale technical projects and construction techniques.

· Ability to manage technical disciplines.

· Experience working on new build and refurbishment projects at a large scale.