Training / Assistant Contracts Manager (Fit Out and Refurbishment)
Progression role | Office and Site-based | London and Home Counties | High-quality projects
Ready to step up from site into management?
If you’ve built solid experience on site as a Skilled Tradesperson, Working Supervisor, or Junior Site Manager, and you’re ready to move into a role where you can run projects, lead teams, and build a long-term career in management, this could be the perfect next step.
Our client is an established Principal Contractor delivering high-quality fit out and refurbishment projects across London and the surrounding counties. Their goal is simple – make construction as smooth and stress-free as possible for their clients, and it’s working. Over 85% of their work is repeat business, meaning you’ll be joining a company with strong relationships, a great reputation, and a steady pipeline of exciting projects.
They are now looking for a capable, energetic Trainee / Assistant Contracts Manager to join their team, working closely with the Senior Contracts Managers and Directors. You’ll be supported, trained, and given the chance to develop quickly into a key part of the delivery team.
What You’ll Be Doing
You’ll play a hands-on role in helping deliver projects from start to finish with the support of an experienced team around you.
Key responsibilities include:
* Building strong working relationships with clients, consultants, and project teams.
* Developing and maintaining relationships with their supply chain and subcontractors.
* Helping to prepare and manage project programmes.
* Supporting design coordination and design management.
* Managing change control and document control.
* Coordinating labour and subcontract teams to hit key programme dates.
* Preparing RAMS (Risk Assessments and Method Statements) for labour-only and subcontract works.
* Undertaking material take-offs, ordering materials, and supporting subcontract order processes.
* Ensuring works are completed on time, safely, and to a high standard.
* Driving quality on site and aiming for snag-free handovers.
* Understanding project budgets and working with the commercial team to help control costs.
* Taking a lead on projects day-to-day, keeping communication clear and professional at all times.
What They’re Looking For:
* This role suits someone who’s confident on site, wants more responsibility, and is ready to grow into Contracts Management.
* Construction industry experience (site-based background is ideal).
* Able to understand technical details and drawings.
* Pride in delivering a high-quality finish.
* Organised, reliable, and able to manage your workload.
* Calm under pressure and able to work well as part of a team.
* Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Excel, Word).
* A genuine desire to learn – full training will be provided.
* Experience in fit out and refurbishment (commercial/office) is a big advantage, and any new-build exposure is a bonus.
What You’ll Get In Return
Our client offers a strong package and a clear path to progress:
* Competitive salary
* Company vehicle
* Pension contributions
* Healthcare package
* Death in service insurance
* Bonus scheme up to 10% of salary
* Funded training and further education
* A supportive team where you can progress quickly as the company grows
Interested?
If you’re looking for a role where you can learn fast, step up into management, and work on high-quality projects with a strong team behind you, our client would love to hear from you.