Contracts manager

We are working with a reliable, hands-on Industrial and Commercial Principal Contractor delivering specialist turnkey solutions nationwide. From dilapidation schemes and Cat A & Cat B office fit-outs to industrial refurbishments, demolition, and groundworks, we provide outstanding results through focused project management and trusted delivery partners.

As our business continues to grow, we are looking for an experienced and driven Contracts Manager to join our team and help oversee projects from tender stage through to successful completion.

The Role

This is a hands-on role requiring close collaboration with our Estimating Team, clients, subcontractors, and site teams. You will be involved from the earliest stages of tender review and pricing support through to pre-start planning, subcontractor management, project delivery, and commercial oversight.

The successful candidate will be highly organised, commercially aware, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining the high standards our clients expect.

Key Responsibilities

* Work closely with the Estimating Team during tender submissions, reviewing project requirements, methodologies, programmes, and pricing.

* Assist with project handovers from estimating to operations.

* Organise and lead pre-start activities, including procurement, programming, subcontractor appointments, and resource planning.

* Source, negotiate, and manage subcontractors and suppliers to ensure quality, value, and programme compliance.

* Review and price project packages and variations where required.

* Manage projects from pre-construction through to completion and handover.

* Monitor project costs, progress, quality, and programme performance.

* Conduct regular site visits and attend client, subcontractor, and progress meetings.

* Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with health and safety regulations and company procedures.

* Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers.

* Support senior management in achieving operational and commercial objectives.

About You

You will have:

* Proven experience in a Contracts Manager, Project Manager, or Senior Site Management role.

* Experience within commercial fit-out, industrial refurbishment, construction, demolition, groundworks, or principal contracting environments.

* Strong understanding of estimating, procurement, subcontractor management, and project delivery.

* Excellent organisational and communication skills.

* Strong commercial awareness and problem-solving ability.

* The ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.

* A proactive, hands-on approach with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.

* Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable Qualifications

* SMSTS

* CSCS Card

* First Aid at Work

* Construction-related qualification (HNC/HND/Degree)

What We Offer

* Competitive salary package.

* Company vehicle or car allowance.

* Pension scheme.

* Ongoing training and professional development.

* The opportunity to work on a diverse range of industrial and commercial projects nationwide.

* A supportive, collaborative, and growing business environment