Contracts Manager

Construction; Hoddesdon; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hertfordshire & Essex Residential Property Developer is seeking a Contracts Manager to oversee several residential developments across Hertfordshire and Essex. The role combines site-based and office-based duties, reporting to the Construction Director, and offers progression toward Construction Manager roles.

You will lead site delivery teams, manage costs, schedules, and quality, while maintaining high safety and stakeholder engagement standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Contracts/Project management within residential construction.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent knowledge of programming, cost control and project delivery processes.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple residential developments from inception to completion.
• Lead Site Managers and delivery teams to ensure timelines and budgets are met.
• Monitor progress, manage risks and implement corrective actions.
• Liaise with stakeholders, subcontractors, and commercial teams.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and site procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Budgeting

Education

SMSTS

CSCS Card

First Aid at Work

HNC/HND or Degree in Construction Management or related

Job description

Contracts Manager

Hertfordshire & Essex Residential Property Developer

Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 per annum + Benefits

Start: April 2027

The Company

Our client is an ambitious and rapidly growing residential property developer delivering high-quality housing schemes across Hertfordshire, Essex, and the surrounding counties. With a reputation for producing well-designed developments and maintaining high construction standards, the business is entering an exciting period of sustained growth.

With multiple new developments secured to commence in 2027, the first being in Hertfordshire, and a strong pipeline of future projects, they are now seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to join their team. This opportunity is ideally suited to an ambitious individual looking to broaden their responsibilities and progress towards a Construction Manager or senior leadership position within a growing organisation.

The role offers a combination of site-based and office-based responsibilities, providing exposure to the strategic planning, coordination and delivery of multiple residential developments.

The Role

As Contracts Manager, you will take responsibility for overseeing several residential construction projects simultaneously, ensuring schemes are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

Reporting directly to the Construction Director, you will work closely with Site Managers, Quantity Surveyors, Technical Teams, Subcontractors and external stakeholders to drive performance across all live developments.

This is a hands-on role requiring strong leadership, excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to problem solving. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the company's continued growth while developing their own career towards Construction Management.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple residential developments from inception through to completion.
• Provide leadership and support to Site Managers and project delivery teams.
• Ensure all projects are delivered in accordance with programme, budget and quality expectations.
• Monitor build progress and identify risks, implementing solutions to mitigate delays or cost impacts.
• Conduct regular site visits and progress meetings across all developments.
• Manage contractor and subcontractor performance, ensuring works meet required standards.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation, company policies and site procedures.
• Review site reports, build programmes and project performance metrics.
• Work closely with Commercial teams to monitor project costs, forecasts and procurement activities.
• Liaise with local authorities, utility providers, consultants and other key stakeholders.
• Support resource planning across current and future developments.
• Drive continuous improvement in construction processes and site performance.
• Assist with project planning and mobilisation for forthcoming developments.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager, Senior Site Manager or Project Manager within residential construction.
• Strong understanding of traditional build and timber frame housing developments.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent knowledge of construction management processes, programming and project delivery.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal teams.
• Commercial awareness with an understanding of project budgets and cost control.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme)
• CSCS Card
• First Aid at Work (desirable)
• HNC/HND or Degree in Construction Management, Building Studies or a related discipline (desirable)