Candidate Profile
* Senior Construction Contracts Manager – Salary Band: £70,000 - £80,000 + Package
Key Requirements
* Main contractor background – SME preferred
* Proven track record in public‑sector construction projects
* Currently operating at senior/head of contracts level
* Demonstrable experience in framework delivery
* Strong presence in Wales/West Midlands construction sector preferred
* Minimum 8 years in construction contract management
* Must demonstrate projects delivered ahead of programme
* Strong history of maintaining project margins
* Experience with public sector frameworks
* NEC4 and JCT contract expertise
* Track record of successful supply chain management
* Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
* History of implementing process improvements
Technical Skills
* Expert understanding of construction contracts
* Strong commercial and contractual awareness
* Advanced understanding of public sector procurement
* Proficient with construction management software
* Ability to analyse and improve project performance
Qualifications
* MCIOB preferred
* Degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or related field
* Full UK driving licence
Personal Attributes
* Strong leadership capabilities
* Excellent communication skills at all levels
* Strategic thinker with commercial acumen
* Results‑driven with a proven track record
* Ambitious with director‑level potential
Key Differentiators to Look For
* Evidence of early project completion
* History of cost savings/margin improvements
* Experience with Welsh Government frameworks
* Track record of process improvement
* Strong client relationships in public sector
Items of Concern
* Limited public sector experience
* Purely residential/private sector background
Further Notes
* Must be able to provide specific examples of project success
* Regional knowledge essential
* Public sector relationships are highly valued
Additional Requirements
* Must be able to travel throughout Wales/West Midlands
* Current framework experience to be detailed in CV
* References from public sector clients preferred
Working Conditions
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
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