Contract Manager

Sphere Solutions; Taunton; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage package or car allowance

22 days' annual leave + 8 bank holiday

Workplace pension with employer/auto‑%

WPA cash benefits plan

Job summary

Sphere Solutions are recruiting an experienced Contract Manager to join a leading construction business in Taunton. You will oversee construction contracts, support performance, and ensure projects are delivered safely and in line with contractual requirements across refurbishments and new builds.

The role requires a sound understanding of contracts, strong commercial awareness, and excellent communication with clients, subcontractors and internal teams. Travel to project sites will be required.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in managing construction contracts.
• Strong understanding of cost control and risk.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Willingness to travel to the Taunton office and projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the management and administration of construction contracts
• Monitor project progress and ensure contractual requirements and timescales
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors, suppliers and internal teams
• Support management of variations, valuations and documentation
• Monitor costs and commercial performance, identify risks/opportunities
• Ensure health and safety standards and company procedures
• Address contractual/operational issues to minimise delays and disputes
• Maintain records and provide progress updates
• Coordinate resources to achieve project objectives

Skills

Contract management

Construction industry experience

Commercial awareness

Communication & negotiation

Stakeholder management

Driving licence

Job description

Contract Manager

Taunton

Salary: Circa £65,000 & package

Sphere Solutions are working on behalf of an established construction business to recruit an experienced Contract Manager to join their team.

The Role

As Contract Manager, you will play an important role in overseeing construction contracts, supporting operational performance and ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with contractual requirements. Projects include refurbishments and new builds to the domestic, commercial, healthcare, education, retail and leisure sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the management and administration of construction contracts
• Monitor project progress, ensuring works are delivered in accordance with agreed contractual requirements and timescales.
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors, suppliers and internal teams to maintain effective working relationships.
• Support the management of contractual obligations, variations, valuations and associated documentation.
• Monitor project costs and commercial performance, identifying potential risks and opportunities.
• Ensure appropriate health and safety standards and company procedures are followed.
• Identify and address contractual or operational issues, working proactively to minimise delays and disputes.
• Maintain accurate records and provide updates on project progress and performance.
• Support the successful coordination of resources to achieve project objectives.

About You

• Previous experience in a Contract Manager role within the construction industry is essential, or at Senior Project Management level
• A sound understanding of construction contracts and project delivery processes.
• Strong commercial awareness and an understanding of cost control and contractual risk.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• A full UK driving licence and access to suitable transport, with the ability to travel to the Taunton office and project locations as required.

Salary and Benefits

• The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary, dependent on skills and experience, alongside the following benefits:
• Mileage package or car allowance
• 22 days' annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, giving 30 days in total per year
• Workplace pension featuring a 3% employer contribution and a 5% employee contribution, with auto-enrolment after three months, subject to scheme rules and eligibility.
• WPA cash benefits plan, available after six months of employment.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we'll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background