A progressive and people focused principal contractor is looking to appoint experienced Contracts Managers to support its continued growth across major construction projects. With confirmed work secured into 2028, this is an opportunity to join a stable, cash rich business that continues to invest in its people, its technology and the future of safer, better built environments. For the next two years projects will be concentrated around Nottingham, Leeds and Sheffield.
Projects range in value up to £22 million and include complex schemes across residential towers, stadiums, commercial buildings and public sector assets. The company has built strong, long term partnerships with blue chip clients and is widely recognised for technical delivery on challenging and sensitive sites.
Now targeting further growth, the company is scaling with purpose, aiming to exceed £50 million turnover this year. Backed by a listed parent group with significant financial strength, they operate with a modern, entrepreneurial approach while maintaining strong family values and a culture of trust and development.
Contracts Manager Salary & Benefits
Salary: £65,000 to £95,000 (DOE)
25 to 30 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
Hybrid working available
Pension scheme
Project bonus scheme
Company bonus scheme
4 years death in service cover
Critical illness cover
Team social events
Company events and supportive social environment
Comprehensive in house and external training and development
Access to Udemy and training courses
Charity fundraising days
Office facilities including stocked kitchen and shower
Contracts Manager Job Overview
Overseeing contract and project management of significant construction schemes, often involving complex building envelope and refurbishment elements
Responsible for risk management, site activities, health and safety adherence and compliance
Ensuring projects run efficiently within agreed timelines and financial parameters
Maintaining effective communication and relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal teams
Willingness to travel to various project sites across the UK as required
Contracts Manager Requirements
Minimum 5 years experience managing complex construction projects, ideally including external envelope or refurbishment packages
Solid technical and contractual knowledge with strong financial and commercial awareness
Proven ability in managing project teams, subcontractors and client interactions
Strong understanding of health and safety regulations and site compliance
Must be located within a practical commuting distance to specified regional sites
What makes this opportunity different?
Forward workload confirmed into 2028
Secure financial backing with strong reserves
Low staff turnover and clear paths for progression
Structured mentoring and access to coaching
Real stories of team members doubling their earnings in under three years
Weekly culture feedback that informs senior management decisions
Training support, flexible working and long term incentives including shares
Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.
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