Contracts Manager

OnetoOne Personnel; Hutton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to lead contract management for projects in Chelmsford. The ideal candidate will have experience in contract management within a construction environment. Responsibilities include overseeing the complete contract lifecycle, and managing operations and client communications. This role offers a competitive salary range of £50,000 - £60,000 annually, along with benefits including a company pension, life insurance, and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Company Pension

Onsite parking

Life insurance four times salary

Private medical insurance via Bupa

Profit Sharing

Sick pay after 3 months' probation

24 days holiday plus Christmas closure

Qualifications

• Proven experience in contract management, ideally within a construction or project-based environment.
• Strong organisational and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Experience in managing health & safety compliance and quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full contract lifecycle, ensuring smooth delivery and client satisfaction.
• Oversee pre-start processes including scope confirmation, documentation, and health & safety planning (RAMS/CH&SPPs).
• Specify materials, plant, and equipment requirements.
• Identify and allocate labour resources, including subcontractors and qualified personnel.
• Conduct site briefings and manage on-site operations.

Skills

Contract management

Organisational skills

Communication

Leadership

Health & safety compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Contracts Manager

Chelmsford £50,000 - £60,000 Mon - Fri 8:00 - 17:00

Are you a seasoned Contracts Manager who thrives on turning complex projects into seamless success stories?

One to One Personnel are looking for a driven and detail-focused professional to take the lead in managing contracts from the moment an order lands to the final client handover.

This hands-on role puts you at the heart of operations, coordinating teams, collaborating with suppliers and clients, and ensuring every project runs like clockwork.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full contract lifecycle, ensuring smooth delivery and client satisfaction
• Oversee pre-start processes including scope confirmation, documentation, and health & safety planning (RAMS/CH&SPPs)
• Specify materials, plant, and equipment requirements
• Identify and allocate labour resources, including subcontractors and qualified personnel
• Conduct site briefings and manage on-site operations
• Liaise with clients and their representatives throughout the project
• Undertake site visits to gather data for pricing and quoting
• Communicate with suppliers and manufacturers regarding equipment, pricing, and availability
• Carry out quality checks and health & safety audits on site

What you'll need?

• Proven experience in contract management, ideally within a construction or project-based environment
• Strong organisational and leadership skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Experience in managing health & safety compliance and quality assurance
• Familiarity with quoting and pricing processes

Experience in fire door installation or passive safety systems is desirable but not essential, training and support will be provided for the right candidate.

The Package

• £50,000 - £60,000 depending on experience
• Monday to Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm
• Company Pension
• Onsite parking
• Life insurance four times salary
• Private medical insurance via Bupa
• Profit Sharing

• Sick pay - after 3 months' probation
• 24 days holiday plus Christmas closure