Contracts Manager Insurance - Subsidence

Brixton, Croydon and surrounding areas

Permanent

GBP40,000-GBP50, 000 + car/allowance and benefits

Client

Our client works in conjunction with some of the UK s leading insurers and brokers to ensure that critical subsidence and site investigation work is completed to the highest standards across residential and commercial properties. They are market-leading experts that utilise key technology to analyse, prevent and repair subsidence and underground water and drainage problems on behalf of the insurer.

The Role

My client is looking to appoint a home based and highly experienced contracts manager to oversee the repair phase of domestic and commercial subsidence claims. You will ensure that work is completed on time, negotiate cash settlements and within its budget. You will be working on a wide variety of projects, each with their intricacies. You will be the point of contact for our clients, engineers as well as other stakeholders.

Duties

Scheduling of repairs in line with our philosophies and repair strategy

Conduct pre-contract meetings Ensure H&S and CDM obligations are met by all parties including carrying out H&S site audits Validation of variations, in accordance with our procedures Manage and report on claims during the repair phase Recording of reportable incidents Identification of new contractors Conduct contractor audits, (suitability, competence etc) Update all relevant information on our database Effective cost management throughout repair phase, utilising Symbility tool. Experience

Understanding of the insurance industry (perils, hazards, loss assessors, loss adjusters, underwriters intermediaries, actuaries, NHBC etc) Demonstrate a working knowledge of relevant legal and regulatory matters Experience within construction and different repair methods, both technical and commercial Excellent interpersonal skills Can evaluate facts and recommend decisions Good time management skills and able to juggle priorities to meet deadlines Attention to detail Able to influence and obtain agreement where required. Benefits

Competitive pay Career path to senior positions 25 days pro rata holiday entitlement (+ bank holidays!) Flexible benefits package Training and development opportunities Pension Discounts at major brands. Company car or car allowance We believe in promoting our staff and have a real career path you can follow as well as opportunities to move around the business.