Contracts Manager

Sphere Solutions; Bristol; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Sphere Solutions in Bristol is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to lead a portfolio of nationwide shopfitting and retail fit-out projects. You will oversee Site Managers and subcontractors, ensure timely delivery, budget control and high-quality standards across locations.

The role requires strong commercial awareness, excellent client management and a willingness to travel nationwide to support project delivery and client meetings, with a salary up to £63,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within shopfitting, retail fit-out or commercial interiors.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience overseeing Site Managers and subcontractors.
• Excellent organisational, communication and client management skills.
• Strong commercial awareness, including budget control and cost management.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple nationwide shopfitting and retail fit-out projects from inception through to completion.
• Oversee Site Managers, subcontractors and project teams across various locations.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.
• Monitor project programmes, costs, budgets and profitability.
• Manage client relationships and act as the main point of contact throughout project delivery.
• Coordinate labour, materials, subcontractors and site resources.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and company procedures.
• Identify and manage project risks, variations and commercial issues.
• Attend site visits and client meetings as required.
• Oversee snagging, handovers and final account processes.

Skills

Proven experience as Contracts Manager

Shopfitting / retail interiors

Project management

Budget control and cost management

Client management and communication

Job description

Contracts Manager - Shopfitting

Location: Bristol

Salary: Up to £63,000 per annum

Projects: Nationwide

The Role

We are working with an established shopfitting contractor based in Bristol who is looking to recruit an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee a portfolio of nationwide retail fit-out and shopfitting projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in shopfitting, retail fit-outs or commercial interiors who can manage multiple projects, lead site teams and ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple nationwide shopfitting and retail fit-out projects from inception through to completion.
• Oversee Site Managers, subcontractors and project teams across various locations.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.
• Monitor project programmes, costs, budgets and profitability.
• Manage client relationships and act as the main point of contact throughout project delivery.
• Coordinate labour, materials, subcontractors and site resources.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and company procedures.
• Identify and manage project risks, variations and commercial issues.
• Attend site visits and client meetings as required.
• Oversee snagging, handovers and final account processes.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within shopfitting, retail fit-out or commercial interiors.
• Strong experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience overseeing Site Managers and subcontractors.
• Excellent organisational, communication and client management skills.
• Strong commercial awareness, including budget control and cost management.
• Willingness to travel nationwide as required.

Package

• Salary up to £63,000, depending on experience.
• Opportunity to join an established shopfitting contractor.
• Nationwide retail projects offering variety and responsibility.
• Long-term career development opportunities