Contracts Manager

Prime Appointments; Colchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading structural steel firm in Colchester is seeking a Steel Contract Manager to oversee full contract lifecycles. The successful candidate will manage projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with standards. Strong leadership and project management experience in the structural steel industry are essential. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits, along with the opportunity to work within a dynamic team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in contract management or a similar role.
• Experience within the structural steel industry is essential.
• Solid understanding of project management principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full contract lifecycle to meet all deadlines and deliverables.
• Work closely with internal teams for contract preparation.
• Monitor contract performance and ensure compliance with terms.
• Maintain accurate documentation for all contracts.
• Provide support and guidance on contract-related matters.
• Conduct contract audits and identify process improvements.

Skills

Strong leadership and team coordination skills

Excellent time management

Proficiency in project management methodologies

Strong negotiation skills

Clear communication skills

Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Excel

High attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Steel Contract Manager

Location: Colchester

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Prime Appointments is recruiting a Steel Contract Manager to oversee full contract lifecycles within a leading structural steel business. This role involves managing projects from initiation through to completion, ensuring all contracts are delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest standards. The position requires strong leadership, solid project management capability, and experience within the structural steel industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full contract lifecycle, ensuring all deadlines, deliverables, and compliance requirements are met
• Work closely with internal teams to gather information for contract preparation and execution
• Monitor contract performance and ensure adherence to agreed terms and conditions
• Maintain accurate, organised documentation for all contracts and associated records
• Provide contract-related support and guidance to team members
• Conduct contract audits, identify process improvements, and mitigate risks

Required Skills

• Strong leadership and team coordination skills
• Excellent time management, with the ability to prioritise in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in project management methodologies for handling multiple contracts
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to maintain positive stakeholder relationships
• Clear and confident verbal and written communication skills
• Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and reporting tools
• High attention to detail and strong organisational abilities

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience in contract management or a similar role
• Experience within the structural steel industry (essential)
• Solid understanding of project management principles
• Background in stakeholder management and negotiation

To be considered for the Steel Contract Manager position, please apply with your CV or contact Lauren at Prime Appointments for a confidential discussion.