- Job Reference: RACS200226
- Job Title: Contract Supervisor (Social Housing)
- Salary: £39,520 + van / fuel card / excellent benefits package
- Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland
Contract Supervisor
Are you looking for a Contract Supervisor role? Interested in working for a leading Construction Company?
VANRATH are recruiting a Contract Supervisor to work for a large, leading Construction Company that specialise in Social Housing maintenance projects, based in Belfast, Northern Ireland.
Remuneration:
£39,520 + van / fuel card / excellent benefits package
What's in it for you?
- Pension Scheme
- 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
- Life Cover equivalent to 1 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
Overview:
Responsible for overseeing the day-to-day execution and management of contracts, this role involves ensuring that all work is carried out to the required standards of quality, safety, and efficiency, while maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.
The Contract Supervisor plays a key role in coordinating resources, monitoring progress, and resolving any on-site issues that may arise, ensuring that projects are delivered on time and within budget.
Play a crucial role in ensuring the successful delivery of repair and maintenance projects, directly influencing the company's operational efficiency and client satisfaction. As a supervisor, this position holds responsibility for overseeing on-site activities and making decisions that impact the quality, safety, and timeliness of project delivery. The effectiveness of the Contract Supervisor has a direct bearing on the company's reputation and financial performance.
The role involves a moderate level of complexity, requiring the ability to manage multiple tasks and challenges simultaneously. The position demands problem-solving skills to address on-site issues such as unexpected technical challenges, resource shortages, or client concerns. The Contract Supervisor must be able to make quick decisions to keep projects on track, while more complex issues, such as significant contractual disputes or major safety concerns, are typically escalated to higher management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Project Supervision: Oversee the delivery of repair and maintenance works, ensuring that all activities are completed to the required standards of quality and compliance with safety regulations
- Resource Management: Coordinate and manage the allocation of labour, materials, and equipment to ensure efficient project delivery. Work closely with the planning and scheduling teams to optimize resource utilisation
- Client and Stakeholder Liaison: Maintain regular communication with clients, residents, and other stakeholders to ensure that their needs and expectations are met throughout the project lifecycle
- Quality Control: Monitor the quality of work performed by operatives and subcontractors, conducting inspections and ensuring that all work complies with company standards and client specifications
- Health and Safety Compliance: Ensure that all work is carried out in accordance with the company's health and safety policies and procedures, conducting regular safety audits and addressing any issues promptly
- Problem Resolution: Identify and resolve any on-site issues that may impact the progress or quality of the work, escalating complex problems to higher management when necessary
- Reporting and Documentation: Maintain accurate records of work completed, resources used, and any issues encountered. Provide regular progress reports to management and clients
- Team Leadership: Provide guidance and support to on-site operatives and subcontractors, fostering a collaborative and efficient working environment
- Cost Control: Monitor project costs and assist in managing budgets, ensuring that work is completed within financial constraints
- On Call: Participation in on call duties is a condition of employment. The Employer will provide reasonable notice of scheduling and any applicable compensation in line with company policy
- People management - this will include but is not limited to Absence, Holidays, Performance Management, Employee Relations, Recruitment, Learning & Development, Induction.
The Ideal Person:
- NVQ Level 3 in a relevant trade, construction management or related field
- Track record working in the Social Housing or other maintenance sectors
- Experience in a Supervisory role within repairs and maintenance or other construction sector
- Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and industry practices
- Understanding of health and safety regulations and best practices in construction
- Excellent communicator both written and verbal
- Strong relationship builder and interpersonal skills able to liaise effectively with clients, operatives and sub-contractors
- Proven ability to manage resources and coordinate on-site activities effectively
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions under pressure
- Excellent organisational skills
- Proficient in basic IT skills including the use of project management software
- CSR Card
- SSSTS Qualification
- Current and valid UK driving licence
For further information on this vacancy, or any other Built Environment job in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Robert Apps for a confidential discussion
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Skills:
Contract Supervisor Supervisor Site Manager Site Supervisor Maintenance Supervisor
Benefits:
+ van / fuel card / package
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