Contracts Manager

Bell Building Projects Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous pension

Income protection

Death in service

Annual salary reviews

32 days holiday

Job summary

Bell Building Projects Limited in London is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee multiple construction projects, ensuring safety, on-time delivery and budget compliance.

You will lead site teams, manage client and subcontractor relationships, and coordinate with commercial and operations from mobilisation through to handover.

The role is permanent and full-time with a competitive salary, generous pension, income protection, and comprehensive holiday benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Contracts Manager in construction.
• Strong understanding of contract management and project programming.
• Ability to lead and develop site-based teams.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the delivery of multiple projects from mobilisation to practical completion and handover.
• Managing Project Managers and site teams to ensure successful delivery.
• Monitoring programmes, budgets and performance, addressing delays or risks.
• Ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and client requirements.
• Collaborating with commercial and operational teams to control costs and procurement.
• Managing client, consultant and subcontractor relationships.
• Leading progress meetings and reporting to senior management.
• Ensuring adequate labour, materials and resources for project needs.
• Maintaining health and safety compliance and quality records.
• Supporting pre-construction and tender activities as needed.

Skills

Contract management

Construction management

Team leadership

Budgeting

Health & safety

Stakeholder management

MS Office

Tools

Construction software

Job description

Location: London
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

About Us

Bell Building Projects (BBP) is a growing construction company delivering refurbishment, facade replacement, fire remediation and new-build projects across the UK.

We're proud of the reputation we've built, but even more proud of the people behind it. Our continued growth has created a strong pipeline of work, giving our teams long-term job security, opportunities to develop their careers and the chance to work on a wide variety of projects.

We believe in investing in our people, recognising good performance and creating an environment where everyone is trusted, supported and encouraged to progress. Whether you're joining us on site or in one of our offices, you'll be part of a team that values quality, collaboration and doing things the right way.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to join our London team on a full-time, permanent basis.

Reporting to the Regional Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the successful delivery of multiple construction projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

You will provide leadership and support to site-based teams, manage client and subcontractor relationships, and work closely with our commercial and operational departments to ensure projects run efficiently from mobilisation through to completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Overseeing the delivery of multiple construction projects from mobilisation through to practical completion and handover.
• Managing and supporting Project Managers, Site Managers and site-based teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Monitoring project programmes, budgets and performance, identifying and addressing potential delays or risks.
• Ensuring projects are delivered in accordance with contractual obligations, client requirements and company standards.
• Working closely with the commercial team to monitor project costs, variations, procurement and financial performance.
• Managing relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and other key stakeholders.
• Attending and leading progress meetings, providing regular updates to senior management.
• Ensuring appropriate labour, subcontractor and material resources are available to meet project requirements.
• Overseeing health and safety compliance across projects, ensuring company procedures and statutory requirements are met.
• Monitoring quality assurance processes, ensuring accurate records and Golden Thread documentation are maintained.
• Identifying and resolving operational issues, providing practical solutions to maintain project progress.
• Supporting the pre-construction and tendering teams where required, including reviewing programmes, methodologies and project risks.
• Ensuring projects achieve successful practical completion, including managing defects, handover documentation and client satisfaction.

Who We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within the construction industry.
• Strong background working for a main contractor, ideally within general build, refurbishment, facade replacement, cladding or fire remediation projects.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Good understanding of construction contracts, project programming and commercial management.
• Knowledge of Building Safety Regulations, PCSA and Golden Thread requirements.
• Strong understanding of health and safety legislation, quality standards and construction procedures.
• Experience managing and developing site-based teams.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Commercial awareness and the ability to identify and manage project risks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and construction management software.
• A proactive, hands-on approach with strong leadership skills.

Why Join BBP?

Join a company with 40 years of industry excellence and a strong future pipeline. We offer a competitive salary, a generous pension scheme, income protection, and death in service benefits.

Enjoy annual salary reviews, discretionary performance-based bonuses, and 32 days of holiday with a flexible bank holiday scheme.

We actively support professional development and training, and business mileage is reimbursed. Our offices are fully accessible, ensuring an inclusive workplace for all.

Diversity & Inclusion

Bell Building Projects is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We are dedicated to ensuring that our recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion practices are free from bias, offering fair access to all qualified candidates. Selection decisions are made based on skills, qualifications, and experience, and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Bell Building Projects values diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.