Contracts Supervisor

JR295: Contracts Supervisor

Location: South London

Salary: Up to £46,719 per annum

Overview:

First Military Recruitment is working in partnership with our reputable client who is seeking a Contracts Supervisor to join their team.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage, organise, coordinate and supervise planned works and repairs within prescribed timescales, budgets and contract KPIs.
• Ensure accurate estimates are provided, variations are managed, and additional costs are recovered in support of the Field Operations Manager.
• Ensure compliance with client and contract-specific processes and escalation protocols.
• Demonstrate initiative in operational, logistical and commercial decision-making while seeking approval where appropriate.
• Deputise for the Field Operations Manager during periods of absence to maintain service delivery continuity.
• Represent the company at site meetings, surveys, pre-start meetings, progress meetings, post-inspections and complaint investigations.
• Visit properties and sites to inspect works, materials, plant requirements and specifications, ensuring appointments and schedules are met.
• Identify and report defects during inspections and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Ensure effective utilisation of labour, materials, equipment and transport resources.
• Maintain accurate records in line with quality management system requirements.
• Maintain and improve Health & Safety standards and ensure statutory compliance.
• Use company IT systems and software platforms to monitor daily operations and performance.
• Ensure timesheets, job tickets and documentation are completed within required timescales.
• Promote Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Safeguarding policies.
• Monitor attendance and sickness levels and report appropriately.
• Assist with recruitment and take line management responsibility for staff under supervision.
• Deliver toolbox talks and safety briefings and ensure risk assessments and PPE requirements are followed.

Skills and Qualifications:

• City & Guilds qualification or time-served tradesperson with a minimum of 5 years site experience within property maintenance or construction.
• CITB CSCS Health & Safety Supervisor card.
• Certificate of Asbestos Awareness Training.
• IOSH Working Safely (or equivalent) — desirable.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to manage change and develop team members effectively.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Full driving licence.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety responsibilities and industry regulations.