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Location: Cardiff / Bristol Area (hybrid 1 day in office with travel to sites)
Salary: £50000‑55000 Basic, Car or Allowance, 25 Days Holiday, 4% Pension Contribution
A well‑established construction contractor is looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to join their team. This role suits someone who enjoys taking ownership of projects, leading people, and keeping work running smoothly from start to finish.
What You’ll Be Doing
You’ll oversee a portfolio of contracts, making sure projects are delivered safely, on time, and to the required standard while keeping financial performance on track.
Your Day‑to‑day Will Include
* Managing new and ongoing contracts and ensuring compliance with specifications, quality, and safety
* Planning materials, labour, and subcontractors to keep programmes on schedule
* Managing costs, forecasting, valuations, and supporting invoicing through to completion
* Keeping clients updated, agreeing variations in writing, and ensuring clear communication
* Leading and supporting site teams, supervisors, and foremen
* Carrying out site checks, snagging, and handovers
* Maintaining accurate documentation, reports, and project photos
* Building strong client relationships and passing on potential new business leads
What We’re Looking For
* Experience managing projects within construction, or a related field
* Good understanding of contract conditions, cost control, risk management, and programming
* Confident working across multiple sites
* Strong organisational skills and a practical approach to problem‑solving
* Clear communicator who can influence and support teams at all levels
* IT literate
* Full UK driving licence
Industry training such as SMSTS, CSCS, First Aid, Working at Height, or similar certificates is helpful but can be provided.
A Bit About You
You’re organised, proactive, and comfortable working both independently and with site teams. You take pride in delivering good work, staying on top of detail, and looking out for the safety and wellbeing of others.
Why Apply
You’ll be joining a company that values development, fair treatment, high standards and a chance to progress your career. If you’re looking for a role where you can take full ownership of your projects and help shape their success, this could be a great fit.
If the role sounds right for you, we’d be pleased to hear from you. Apply today.
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Management
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