Contracts Manager – Residential Development
Location: West Sussex
Salary: Competitive + Car Allowance + Bonus + Benefits
An established residential developer is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee a number of housing developments across West Sussex and the surrounding area.
This is a senior role responsible for managing multiple live sites and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme and to a high standard of quality. The successful candidate will have proven experience operating at Contracts Manager level within a residential housebuilding environment.
The role
Reporting to the Construction Director, you will be responsible for the overall delivery and performance of several residential developments. You will work closely with Site Managers and build teams to ensure projects meet programme targets, quality standards and health and safety requirements.
Key responsibilities
• Oversee the delivery of multiple residential developments across the region
• Manage and support Site Managers and Assistant Site Managers across several live sites
• Monitor construction programmes and site progress to ensure targets are met
• Carry out regular site visits, inspections and progress meetings
• Ensure developments meet company build quality standards and NHBC requirements
• Work closely with commercial, technical and sales teams to ensure smooth project delivery
• Identify and resolve programme, quality or resourcing issues across sites
• Report site performance and progress to senior management
Requirements
• Proven experience working as a Contracts Manager within residential housebuilding
• Track record of managing multiple housing developments simultaneously
• Strong knowledge of traditional residential construction methods
• Excellent understanding of NHBC standards and construction quality requirements
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and support multiple site teams
• Good organisational and communication skills
What’s on offer
• Competitive salary and bonus
• Company car or car allowance
• Pension and additional benefits
• Opportunity to join a well-established residential developer with a strong regional pipeline
If you are an experienced Contracts Manager looking for your next opportunity within a busy residential development environment, we would be keen to hear from you