Contract Manager

The Highfield Company; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm based in London is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee high-end bespoke projects. The ideal candidate will have strong steel staircase fabrication knowledge and proven project management experience. Responsibilities include managing budgets, coordinating multiple stakeholders, and ensuring high standards of safety and quality. This role provides exposure to prestigious clients and luxury developments.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in contracts or project management within construction, interiors, or fit-out.
• Strong understanding of steel staircase fabrication processes.
• Excellent organizational, commercial, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for projects from handover through to completion.
• Manage programmes, budgets, variations, invoicing, and final accounts.
• Conduct regular site and workshop visits to monitor fabrication progress and quality.

Skills

Contracts or project management

Steel staircase fabrication

Organizational skills

Commercial skills

Negotiation skills

Health & safety compliance

Programme management tools

Job description

Contracts Manager - High-End Bespoke Projects

Location: London (predominantly site-based)
Salary: Up to £75,000

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Contracts Manager to join a dynamic team delivering luxury, high-end bespoke projects for prestigious and high-profile clients.

This role requires an individual with strong knowledge of steel staircase fabrication who is confident taking full ownership of projects from handover through to final account. The Contracts Manager will play a pivotal role in overseeing programmes, budgets, and delivery, ensuring that every project is completed to the highest standard of quality, safety, and client satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for projects from handover through to completion.
• Manage programmes, budgets, variations, invoicing, and final accounts.
• Oversee subcontract procurement, pricing, and performance.
• Coordinate with designers, fabricators, site managers, and clients to ensure seamless delivery.
• Ensure health & safety compliance, RAMS, lift plans, and site readiness.
• Conduct regular site and workshop visits to monitor fabrication progress and quality.
• Attend design meetings, manage RFIs, and coordinate specialist trades.
• Provide clear project reporting, including weekly tracker updates for senior management.
• Lead the close-out process, including O&M manuals, sign-off sheets, and lessons learned reviews.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in contracts or project management within construction, interiors, or fit-out.
• Strong understanding of steel staircase fabrication processes.
• Excellent organisational, commercial, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and deliver projects to the highest standard.
• Knowledge of health & safety compliance, RAMS, and site logistics.
• Proficiency in programme management and reporting tools.
• Willingness to be predominantly site-based in London.

Why This Role?

The Contracts Manager will have the opportunity to work on luxury bespoke projects where quality and precision are key. With exposure to high-profile clients and prestigious developments across London, this role offers a platform to demonstrate leadership, craftsmanship, and excellence in delivery.

Please reach out to Sharon O'Donnell or Sabrina O'Donnell at The Highfield Company for more information.