CONTRACTS MANAGER

Take responsibility for the successful delivery of multiple residential construction projects in KwaZulu-Natal. Our client is seeking a seasoned construction professional who can combine strong commercial awareness with effective leadership, planning and site management.

The Role

• Lead and coordinate teams across multiple residential developments.
• Ensure construction programmes are accurately established, monitored and maintained.
• Use MS Project to support effective programme planning and project delivery.
• Monitor project expenditure, forecasts and budgets and investigate cost variances.
• Work closely with QS teams to maintain effective cost control.
• Drive quality standards across construction sites and ensure defects and snags are resolved efficiently.
• Ensure site activities align with construction and safety requirements.
• Coordinate procurement and ensure orders and deliveries are managed accurately and on schedule.
• Engage with government and municipal stakeholders when required.
• Identify project risks and ensure these are appropriately communicated and addressed.
• Provide direction, coaching and support to site personnel.
• Manage deadlines, reporting requirements and management meetings.
• Address people, performance and labour-related matters professionally.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors and other project stakeholders.

Minimum Requirements

• Construction or Engineering Degree.
• At least 10 years' relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple residential developments.
• Experience leading construction teams.
• Strong understanding of residential construction practices.
• Sound knowledge of QS and budget-control principles.
• Strong IT skills, including MS Project, Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong negotiation and persuasion abilities.
• Excellent organisational and planning skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail and a results-driven approach.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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