Contracts Manager
Location: North East (Teesside / Tyne & Wear)
Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 + Industry-leading Package
Sector: Regional Construction (Commercial, Industrial, & Education)
The Opportunity
Are you a seasoned Contracts Manager who knows the North East construction landscape like the back of your hand?
On behalf of one of the region's most respected and privately-owned contractors, Randstad is looking for a strategic leader to oversee a portfolio of high-value projects. This isn't a "cog in the machine" role; our client is known for its agile decision-making, direct access to the board, and a reputation for delivering quality over quantity.
The Role
You will be the bridge between the site teams and the executive board, ensuring that multiple projects (typically ranging from £1m to £10m) are delivered safely, on time, and-most importantly-to the standard the North East expects.
Key Responsibilities:
Project Oversight: Manage 3-5 live sites simultaneously across the North East.
Commercial Acumen: Work closely with the QS team to monitor budgets, variations, and final accounts.
Leadership: Mentor Site Managers and ensure sub-contractor performance remains elite.
Client Relations: Act as the primary point of contact for local authorities and private developers.
H&S Excellence: Maintain the company's gold-standard safety record.
The Requirements
Proven Track Record: At least 5 years in a Contracts Management role within a regional main contractor.
Qualifications: HNC/Degree in Construction Management, plus valid SMSTS, CSCS (Black Card), and First Aid.
Local Knowledge: A strong network of reliable North East sub-contractors.
Drive: The ability to solve problems before they reach the boardroom.
Why Apply?
Our client prides themselves on retention. They have a low staff turnover because they offer:
Car allowance.
Performance-related bonus scheme.
A "local work for local people" ethos-no long-distance national travel.If you would like to apply, please send your CV to Rhianna in the Newcastle Office.
Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
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