Contract Manager

Premises Recruitment Ltd; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contractor in petrol forecourts is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee multiple construction and refurbishment projects. This role requires strong project management skills, extensive civil engineering experience, and the ability to maintain client relationships. The successful candidate will manage contracts, ensure compliance with industry regulations, and demonstrate excellent leadership and organizational skills. Travel across the UK to various sites is necessary. A competitive salary and career progression opportunities are available.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career progression prospects

Exposure to high-profile projects

Qualifications

• Extensive experience within a civil engineering contractor is essential.
• Proven track record managing multiple contracts successfully.
• Strong understanding of NEC / JCT contracts and commercial management.

Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of petrol forecourt projects from pre-construction to handover.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, health & safety standards, and environmental requirements.
• Provide leadership and support to project teams.

Skills

Project management

Client-facing skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Job description

Contracts Manager – Specialist Petrol Forecourts Contractor (Nationwide)

Please note this role requires travel across the UK to multiple sites, including 2 days in the office per month.

My Client is a highly respected specialist contractor within the petrol forecourts sector, who are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-quality projects and contribute to the continued success of the business.

The Role

As a Contracts Manager, you will oversee multiple petrol forecourt construction and refurbishment projects from inception through to completion, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, and to the highest standards. You will work closely with clients, project teams, and subcontractors, maintaining strong relationships and ensuring effective delivery across all aspects of the contract. The role will involve regular travel to sites across the UK.

Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of petrol forecourt and associated civil engineering projects from pre‑construction through to handover.
• Coordinate site operations, subcontractors, and suppliers to meet programme, budget, and quality targets.
• Ensure strict compliance with petroleum industry regulations, health & safety standards, and environmental requirements.
• Act as the main point of contact for forecourt clients, maintaining strong relationships and providing exceptional service.
• Provide leadership and support to project teams, ensuring effective communication and problem‑solving.
• Manage project financials, variations, and reporting, ensuring profitability and commercial control.
• Conduct regular site visits across the UK to monitor progress, quality, and safety.

Requirements

• Extensive experience within a civil engineering contractor (essential).
• Proven track record managing multiple contracts successfully, ideally within the petrol forecourts, highways, or related infrastructure sectors.
• Strong understanding of NEC / JCT contracts and commercial management.
• Excellent leadership, organisational, and client‑facing skills.
• Willingness to travel to project sites nationwide.
• Full UK driving licence.

Salary

• Competitive salary and package, with excellent career progression prospects.
• Opportunity to work with a leading, forward‑thinking forecourts contractor.
• Exposure to a variety of challenging, high‑profile projects nationwide.

Please Contact Sue Walter

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