At Sisk, we’re more than a construction company, we’re a family-owned business with a global reach, committed to building excellence in every project. We deliver trust, certainty and value to our clients while embracing innovation and shaping the future of construction.

The Senior Contracts Manager will typically lead large and technically challenging project(s). Reporting into the Project Director, will be responsible for planning, coordination and management of all aspects of the project in line with the PEP aligned to the Sisk overall business strategy. Has overall responsibility for delivery, safety, environmental, quality & profit & loss. 

The Senior Contracts Manager is responsible for ensuring that the Sisk team is cohesive, communicates well together and operates as a single unit.

• Prepare the programme, method statements, prelims and submission document 

• Chair start-up & internal meetings 

• Prepare the Procurement strategy with the QS and Prequalification of key supply chain (early awards) 

• Prepare a preliminary Risk Register and mitigate/manage any risks for the duration of the  project 

• Agree Site Layout, logistics and organise implementation of same in accordance with company guidelines 

• Manages (through others) consultant and subcontract design as required by the contract including delivery of the BIM strategy 

• Manage S/C including S/C progress meetings and S/C pre-order meetings 

• Manage employee resources, including cover for site when staff are on annual leave or training  

• Chair Internal Team Meetings/attend and chair Subcontractor meetings 

• Attend, update, and ensure accurate comprehensive minutes are issued from Client/Design Team Meetings 

• Manage information flow and information required schedules 

• Prepare contract reports, manage Prelims in accordance with PEP and prepare applications for extension of time with SQS/QS 

• Review constructability and identify methods of execution with commercial or programme advantage where possible 

• Values HSEQS as a critical priority 

• Articulate and numerate 

• Good technical knowledge 

• Familiarity with key contract principles 

• More than ten years’ experience working in the relevant sector or a minimum of 4-5 projects delivered across different industry sectors 

• Demonstrable holistic ‘end to end’ PM experience. 

• Value a relentless focus on HSEQS as a critical priority 

• Articulate and numerate 

• Good technical knowledge 

• Familiarity with key contract principles 

• Academic and/or Professional qualification in construction related subject. Ideally chartered 

• SMSTS, CDM/PSCS  

• Awareness, BBS, Root Cause Analysis & S5 & Q10 internal workshops. 

• CVRs 

• PEP 

• Team Building and Leadership 

• Planning and Temporary works 

• Commercial & Contract  

• Awareness Management 

• Competitive salary
• 26 days annual leave plus additional company days
• Pension and benefits
• Unlimited learning and development opportunities
• Much more

Our People and Recruitment Commitment

At Sisk Group our people are at the heart of our success. We offer the chance to work with purpose, build a career with no limits and be part of a great team.

All vacancies are managed directly by our Internal Recruitment Team. Unsolicited contact or speculative CVs from unapproved agencies will not be accepted and no introductory fees will apply.

We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable adjustments are available during the recruitment process.

We know the confidence gap and imposter phenomenon can stop talented candidates applying. You do not need to meet every criterion – your skills and potential matter. Don’t hold back we want to hear from you.

All recruitment materials comply with legal and regulatory requirements including the EU Pay Transparency Directive and the Equality Acts UK and Ireland.

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