Construction Contracts Manager

JR United Kingdom; Leigh; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established North West housebuilder seeks a Contracts Manager to oversee major mixed-tenure communities in the Greater Manchester area. This role offers the chance to lead site teams on fast-paced housing schemes, ensuring quality and safety standards are met throughout the build process. You will collaborate closely with housing associations and internal teams to deliver projects on time and within budget. If you have a strong background in construction management and a passion for delivering high-quality homes, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the region.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Build Manager or Contracts Manager on fast-paced housing schemes.
• Strong understanding of infrastructure, groundworks, and remediation.

Responsibilities

• Lead site teams and subcontractors to drive progress and maintain safety standards.
• Oversee the build from enabling works through to final completion.
• Track progress, manage build costs, and resolve issues proactively.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Health & Safety Compliance

Infrastructure Knowledge

Quality Control

Education

Degree in Construction Management or related field

Job description

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An established North West housebuilder with a strong pipeline of work and a reputation for delivering high-quality, mixed-tenure communities is looking to appoint a Contracts Manager to oversee major mixed-tenure communities in the Greater Manchester & wider North West region.

Known for working in partnership with housing associations and delivering at scale, they are now launching one of their flagship sites in the region.

Reporting to the Construction Director, you’ll operate as one of four at this level, overseeing a maximum of 3 new build schemes; often only two in fact.

These schemes are often multi-phase, always fast-paced in terms of build programme with regular high-volume numbers of handovers, be it to internal Sales Dept or external clients.

The role would suit someone with strong experience leading from the ground up on large sites, with solid infrastructure knowledge and a sharp eye for delivery and quality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead site teams and subcontractors to drive progress, maintain safety and quality standards, and keep the programme on track.
• Oversee the build from enabling works through to final completion.
• Work closely with housing association partners and internal teams to ensure expectations are met.
• Track progress, manage build costs, and resolve issues proactively.
• Ensure health & safety compliance and promote a positive site culture.

Ideal Background:

• Proven experience as a Build Manager or Contracts Manager on fast-paced housing schemes.
• Experience with design & build contracts, especially in partnership with housing associations.
• Strong understanding of infrastructure, groundworks and remediation.
• Timber frame experience is preferred but not essential.