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  • How many Building Contracts Manager jobs are available on Pertemps?

    There are 41 Building Contracts Manager jobs available on Pertemps right now.

  • What does a Building Contracts Manager do?

    Construction managers are responsible for the planning and coordination of the construction projects. They provide expertise in the design phase of construction projects by facilitating a better estimate of the costs and the functional implications. They participate on bid processes for construction projects and handle subcontractors to deliver the different stages of the construction process from beginning to completion. They strive to enhance the value of the projects both improving efficiency and creating value for customers.

    Tasks required include:

    • Draws up budgets and timescales for new construction projects based on clients’ requirements.
    • Briefs project team, contractors and suppliers.
    • Assembles information for invoicing at the end of projects.
    • Plans work schedules for construction projects based on prior discussion with architects, Chartered architectural technologists, surveyors etc..
    • Hires and may supervise site staff, establishes temporary site offices, takes delivery of materials.
    • Regularly inspects and monitors progress and quality of work, ensures legal requirements are met.
    • Identifies defects in work and proposes corrections.
    • Records, monitors and reports progress.
    • Forecasts the impact on traffic and transport of new developments (e.g. shopping centre).
    • Assesses schemes to manage traffic such as congestion charging and parking controls.
    • Examines accident ‘blackspots’ to improve road safety.
    • Writes reports for funding bids and planning authorities and acts as expert witness.
  • What are the entry requirements for a Building Contracts Manager?

    Entrants normally possess a degree in a relevant subject or equivalent qualification and/or substantial work experience at an appropriate level. Further Continuing Professional Development is available in some areas.