Contract Manager

Walker & Sloan Ltd | Certified B Corp; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run construction company is seeking a Contracts Manager for leisure projects in the Midlands and South West. You will be responsible for overseeing multiple projects, ensuring quality and budget adherence. This role emphasizes collaboration and requires proven experience in new builds and refurbishments.

Benefits

Company Car or Car Allowance

Mileage and Travel Expenses

Pension

Bonus Scheme

Career Progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager or Senior Project Manager delivering leisure, hospitality, or commercial projects.
• Strong background in both new build and refurbishment works.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple leisure-focused projects across the Midlands and South West.
• Manage site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure project success.
• Lead on health & safety, programme management, and quality control.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Client Management

Commercial Awareness

Job description

Contracts Manager – Leisure Projects (New Build & Refurbishment)

Midlands & South West (Travel Required)

Up to £75,000 + Package

Family-Run Main Contractor

Contact: Jack Houghton – Walker & Sloan Recruitment

Walker & Sloan are proud to be working with a highly respected, family-run construction business as they continue to expand their operations across the Midlands and South West. Due to a strong pipeline of secured work, they are now seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to join their close-knit team.

The Company

This reputable contractor has built a long-standing reputation in the leisure sector, delivering both new build and refurbishment schemes valued up to £3 million. With a commitment to quality, integrity, and relationships, they maintain a hands-on and collaborative approach to every project they undertake.

The Role

As Contracts Manager, you will oversee multiple leisure-focused projects across the Midlands and South West. You’ll be responsible for the successful delivery of schemes from pre-construction through to completion, ensuring safety, quality, programme, and cost targets are met.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple projects simultaneously across a regional patch.
• Manage site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to deliver high-quality builds on time and within budget.
• Lead on health & safety, programme management, and quality control.
• Work closely with clients, consultants, and internal departments.
• Provide input during pre-construction and ensure smooth project mobilisation.
• Report directly to the company directors and be a key member of the leadership team.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager or Senior Project Manager delivering leisure, hospitality, or commercial projects.
• Strong background in both new build and refurbishment works.
• Happy to travel across the Midlands and South West (travel is a key part of this role).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and client-facing skills.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts and commercial awareness.

Package

• Basic Salary: Up to £75,000 (DOE)
• Company Car or Car Allowance
• Mileage and Travel Expenses
• Pension
• Bonus Scheme
• Genuine career progression in a growing business

Interested?

To find out more or to apply, contact Jack Houghton at Walker & Sloan Recruitment