Contracts Manager

Time Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager based in Cheltenham to oversee fit-out projects across the UK. You will manage multiple projects, lead site teams, and liaise with high-profile clients in the retail sector. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in project management with strong communication and leadership skills. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and various benefits including a company car or allowance.

Benefits

£60,000–£65,000

Company car or car allowance

Company laptop and phone

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in contracts/project management within fit-out across retail.
• Comfortable managing multiple projects and liaising with clients at senior levels.
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced, office-based environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple live projects (typically 2–3 simultaneously).
• Lead and coordinate site teams and project managers.
• Liaise directly with clients, including financial institutions and retail brands.
• Conduct weekly/monthly progress meetings and ensure timely reporting.
• Ensure compliance with NBS specifications and contractual obligations.
• Maintain strong relationships with stakeholders.

Skills

Contracts/project management experience

Strong communication skills

Leadership skills

Multitasking ability

Job description

Contracts Manager – Retail and Commercial Fit Outs

Location: Cheltenham (visiting sites UK Wide – Office based)

Start Date: November 2025

Employment Type: Full-time, Office-based and visiting sites

Overview

Due to increased project volume, my client is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee high‑profile fit‑out and refurbishment projects across the high street and retail sectors. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing team and take ownership of major frameworks and fast‑paced rollouts.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple live projects (typically 2–3 simultaneously)
• Lead and coordinate site teams and project managers
• Liaise directly with clients, including financial institutions and retail brands
• Conduct weekly/monthly progress meetings and ensure timely reporting
• Oversee fit‑outs including office refurbishments and high‑street retail units
• Ensure compliance with NBS specifications and contractual obligations
• Maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across banking and retail sectors

Project Scope

• Frameworks include high‑street retail rollouts and high‑end sector refurbishments
• Project values vary, with some focused on office fit‑outs and others on multi‑site retail delivery

Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience in contracts/project management within fit‑out across retail
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Comfortable managing multiple projects and liaising with clients at senior levels
• Able to thrive in a fast‑paced, office‑based environment

Benefits

• £60,000–£65,000
• Company car or car allowance
• Company laptop and phone
• Private healthcare
• Pension scheme