Contracts Manager

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

Job summary

A construction management firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee the delivery of retail construction projects from inception through to completion. The role involves managing client relationships, ensuring compliance with contracts, and monitoring project performance. Candidates should have a strong background in construction management, particularly in retail fit-out or refurbishment projects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager (or Senior Project Manager) within the construction industry.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts (e.g., JCT, NEC).

Responsibilities

• Manage all contractual and commercial aspects of construction projects within the retail sector.
• Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements.
• Lead negotiations, variations, and dispute resolution with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Ensure projects are delivered in line with agreed budgets, timelines, and specifications.
• Monitor project performance, costs, and risks, providing regular reports to senior management.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring repeat business and customer satisfaction.
• Work closely with site managers, project managers, quantity surveyors, and design teams to achieve project objectives.
• Implement and uphold company policies, health & safety standards, and best practices on all sites.

Skills

Contracts Management

Client Relationship Management

Negotiation Skills

Risk Management

Financial Performance Monitoring

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee the delivery of retail construction projects from inception through to completion. This is a key leadership role responsible for managing client relationships, contractual obligations, project delivery, and financial performance across multiple sites. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all contractual and commercial aspects of construction projects within the retail sector.

• Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements.

• Lead negotiations, variations, and dispute resolution with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.

• Ensure projects are delivered in line with agreed budgets, timelines, and specifications.

• Monitor project performance, costs, and risks, providing regular reports to senior management.

• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring repeat business and customer satisfaction.

• Work closely with site managers, project managers, quantity surveyors, and design teams to achieve project objectives.

• Implement and uphold company policies, health & safety standards, and best practices on all sites.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager (or Senior Project Manager) within the construction industry, preferably with exposure to retail fit-out or refurbishment projects.

• Strong understanding of construction contracts (e.g., JCT, NEC).