Contract Manager

365 Recruit; Darlaston; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Company pension

Employee mentoring programme

Free parking

Gym membership

Health & wellbeing programme

Life insurance

Job summary

365 Recruit is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee multiple Midlands construction projects. The role blends hands-on site presence with strong contract and commercial management, requiring a proven background from trades up to contract leadership.

You will work with Site Managers, commercial teams and clients to deliver safely, on time and within budget. The ideal candidate will have formal progression through site roles into contracts management, excellent leadership and

Qualifications

• Experience as Contracts Manager in construction with multiple projects.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Proven ability to manage project finances and client relations.
• Excellent communication and planning abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage several construction projects from start to finish.
• Mentor Site Managers and site teams, ensuring safety and quality.
• Monitor progress on sites, approving changes and variations.
• Oversee commercial aspects: programmes, costs and cash flow.
• Liaise with clients, consultants and subcontractors to deliver to spec.

Skills

Leadership

People Mgmt

Commercial awareness

Communication

Multi-project mgmt

Driving Licence

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager with a strong practical construction background to oversee the successful delivery of multiple construction projects across the Midlands.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone who has progressed through the industry from a trade, Foreman, Site Supervisor or Site Manager position into Contracts Management. The successful candidate will be equally comfortable on live construction sites as they are managing the commercial and contractual aspects of projects.

Working closely with Site Managers, commercial teams and clients, you will ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple construction projects simultaneously from commencement through to completion.
• Provide leadership, support and mentoring to Site Managers and site teams.
• Maintain a regular presence on construction sites to monitor progress and standards.
• Identify construction issues early and implement practical solutions.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with specifications.
• Drive high standards of workmanship and quality across all projects.
• Review project programmes and monitor progress against key milestones.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors and internal teams throughout project delivery.
• Review construction contracts, specifications and client requirements.
• Manage valuations, applications for payment and project cash flow.
• Assess, negotiate and agree project variations.
• Monitor project costs, profitability and commercial performance.
• Ensure projects comply with contractual obligations and company procedures.
• Carry out regular site inspections and quality audits.
• Ensure all project documentation is maintained accurately and in line with company procedures.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Contracts Manager within the construction industry.
• Strong practical construction background, having progressed from a trade, Foreman, Site Supervisor or Site Manager role.
• Experience delivering refurbishment and retrofit projects is highly desirable.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills.
• Strong commercial awareness with experience managing project finances.
• Ability to identify construction issues and provide practical solutions.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
• Good organisational and planning abilities.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Knowledge & Compliance

A sound understanding of:

• CDM Regulations 2015
• Health & Safety legislation
• Building Regulations
• PAS 2030 / PAS 2035
• Construction quality assurance processes
• Contract administration and commercial management

Benefits

• Company car
• Company pension
• Employee mentoring programme
• Free parking
• Gym membership
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance