Contracts Manager

EQUANS are recruiting for a Contracts manager to be based in Tamworth in Staffordshire. This is a full-time permanent role working 40 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary, company car and benefits package.

General Overview

Working closely with the Senior Management Team, Project Managers and the Commercial lead to oversee and supervise several contracts from tender through to final completion (completion of Defects Liability Period).

Achieve the target contributions by managing the contracts in accordance with the contract documents and programme.  Responsible for ensuring that the projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the agreed quality, whilst exceeding client expectations and maximising profit for Equans. To understand, implement and adhere to the company SHEQ policy/strategy and ensure all employees reporting to you do the same and being responsible for ensuring that SHEQ requirements are always upheld to the highest of standards.

Key Accountabilities

• Work closely with the commercial team to Present potential projects to the Senior Management Team which show clear, well thought out solutions and opportunities.

• Preparation and management of the contract programme, in conjunction with the Project Manager.
• Assistance in work generation:
• Providing information for tender bids
• Attending tender interviews and presentations
• Maintaining excellent relationships with Clients
• Abiding by the Equans Compliance guidelines
• To ensure Project Managers have a clear understanding of the way the job is priced to enable us to take full benefit of any opportunities for variations, change is specification or scope of works to maximise profit
• Ensure that all systems in place to ensure works are completed in accordance with the Company’s values
• Providing resource planning and team leadership

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary, vehicle and benefits package, which includes;

• Pension Scheme
• 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts 
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes

Who are we looking for?

Skills and abilities

• Extensive experience within contract management
• Up to date relevant knowledge of building legislation  
• IT skills – MS Office, Excel, Project, Word
• Prior experience of Social housing sector or Local Authority

Key Attributes

• Excellent Time Management
• Ability to work under pressure
• Self-motivated and conscientious

Who are we?

EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.   

In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables. 

EQUANS’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live. 

EQUANS is a Bouygues group company. 

 What’s next? 

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch. 

 At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Professionals Network) and our Disability Network.  

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role.  Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements. 

 The EQUANS Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to EQUANS Managers.