Contracts Manager
Location: Based near Aylesbury
Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 + Vehicle (TBC)
Role Overview
A leading construction and maintenance contractor is seeking a Contracts Manager to join their expanding senior leadership team.
Operating across commercial construction, reactive maintenance, and FM works, the business continues to grow its frameworks and long-term client base.
This role is suited to a commercially minded professional who takes ownership of contractual obligations, protects project profitability, and brings strong leadership across multiple schemes.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the commercial and contractual performance of multiple projects.
* Review contracts, scopes, and risks at pre‑construction stage and brief delivery teams.
* Monitor programme performance and ensure obligations, dependencies, and delays are tracked.
* Oversee subcontract procurement, scopes, and commercial alignment.
* Lead variation management, delay notices, extensions of time, and commercial claims.
* Review cost‑to‑complete reports, margin performance, and project profitability.
* Act as the escalation point for contractual matters and client discussions.
* Support Project Managers and operational staff in developing commercial awareness.
* Ensure robust documentation, compliance, and communication across all live projects.
Requirements
* 5+ years’ experience in a Contracts Manager or Senior Project Manager role within construction, maintenance, or FM.
* Strong knowledge of JCT contracts and core construction law principles.
* Proven experience managing variations, delay notices, subcontract packages, and risk.
* Commercially aware with confidence overseeing project financial performance.
* Strong communication skills with the ability to protect company interests professionally.
* Experienced across frameworks, refurbishments, and maintenance‑style works.
* Collaborative, organised, and able to support teams while maintaining firm expectations.
Certifications / Qualifications
* SMSTS, CSCS (Black/White) and First Aid.
* HNC / HND / Degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or similar.
* Additional training/CPD in Contract Law or Construction Claims advantageous.
Salary & Benefits
* Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 (DOE).
* Company Vehicle.
* Annual company bonus scheme (company discretion).
* 20 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
* Holiday buying scheme.
* Company pension scheme.
* Structured training and ongoing professional development.
* Clear opportunities for career progression within our supportive team.
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