Contract Manager(Internal)

Axis CLC Group; Brandon; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Bonus scheme

Pension scheme

Life assurance

25 days holiday

Perkbox

Volunteer day

Refer-a-friend bonus

Development opportunities

Job summary

Axis CLC Group is recruiting an experienced Contracts Manager to lead refurbishment programmes across the region, including kitchen and bathroom projects up to £3m. You will manage multiple workstreams, ensure safety, quality and budget compliance, and oversee client and internal stakeholders from a structured framework environment.

The role offers continuity of workload, long-term client engagement and opportunities to lead multiple workstreams within Axis CLC’s framework-driven operations.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Extensive experience as Contracts Manager/Project Manager handling projects up to £3m.
• Experience in contract administration, planning, estimating, tender processes, health & safety and staff management.
• Ability to build strong relationships and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficient with Microsoft packages.
• Experience delivering planned works in occupied environments.
• City and Guilds in a construction trade.
• Enhanced DBS check required.

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery of multiple refurbishment workstreams, values up to £3m.
• Ensure works are on programme, within budget and quality standards.
• Lead site management, supervisors and resident liaison teams.
• Maintain relationships with client reps and internal stakeholders.
• Attend progress meetings and site visits.
• Oversee valuations, variations, cost reporting and commercial performance.
• Support preparation of estimates, tenders and forward programmes.
• Ensure health & safety, statutory and contractual compliance.

Skills

Contract management

Project management

Planning

Estimating

Tender processes

Health & safety

Staff management

Microsoft Office

Education

City and Guilds in a construction trade

Job description

CLC, part of Axis CLC, is a national maintenance and refurbishment provider supporting clients across the healthcare, defence, leisure, heritage, commercial and education sectors. Backed by over 110 years of combined experience and the wider strength of Axis CLC, operating from 23 UK offices and employing more than 2,500 people nationwide, we deliver responsive repairs, planned maintenance, compliance, decarbonisation and refurbishment services through a UK-wide operational network and long-established regional presence.

We’re looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to join the core management team responsible for the successful delivery of multiple kitchen and bathrooms refurbishment programmes across the region.

This role offers continuity of workload, long-term client engagement and the opportunity to lead multiple workstreams within a structured, framework-driven environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Managing the delivery of multiple planned refurbishment workstreams, with individual project values up to £3m
• Ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to agreed quality standards
• Leading, supporting and developing site management, supervisory and resident liaison teams
• Maintaining strong working relationships with client representatives and internal stakeholders
• Attending progress meetings and undertaking site visits as required
• Overseeing monthly valuations, variations, cost reporting and commercial performance
• Supporting the preparation of estimates, tenders and forward programmes
• Ensuring full compliance with health & safety, statutory and contractual requirements
• Ensuring accurate contract documentation, reporting and governance processes are maintained

About You

• Previous experience in a similar role
• Extensive experience working as a Contracts Manager/Project Manager on a variety of projects ranging in value up to £3m
• Experience in contract administration, planning, estimating, tender processes, health & safety and staff management
• Ability to build good working relationships and work to tight deadlines
• Proficient in Microsoft packages
• Experience of delivering planned works within occupied environments
• City and Guilds in a construction trade
• An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

What We Offer

• Salary up to £55,000 depending upon experience
• Car allowance
• Bonus scheme (eligible after 1 years’ service)
• Pension scheme and life assurance
• 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays
• Perkbox (discounts, perks & wellbeing offers)
• 1 paid volunteer day
• £2000 refer-a-friend bonus after the referee passes probation
• Opportunities for development and progression across Axis CLC

Why Axis CLC

Joining Axis CLC means being part of a national team delivering essential services across housing, education, healthcare, defence and commercial property. We value reliability, quality and social impact, and offer meaningful work with real opportunities to grow.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Many faces, one Axis CLC. We value diversity and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. If you need any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.