Contracts Manager

Pave Aways Building Contractors; Knockin; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

25 days holiday

Training & development

Pension scheme

Private healthcare

Maternity/Paternity pay

Job summary

Pave Aways Building Contractors in Shropshire is looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to own and lead major new-build and refurbishment projects across Shropshire, Mid Wales, Cheshire and the West Midlands. You will manage Site Managers and project teams, build relationships with clients and consultants, and play a key role in the firm’s growth.

The role requires robust construction knowledge, a track record of successful delivery, and focus on safety, quality, and value.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in building construction contracts and management.
• Proven track record delivering new builds and refurbishments.
• Experience with complex live environments (education/healthcare).
• Knowledge of JCT and NEC contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead significant new-build and refurbishment projects.
• Develop and lead Site Managers and project teams.
• Build strong relationships with clients, consultants and supply chain.
• Drive project budgets, scheduling and procurement.
• Ensure high health and safety standards and quality.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Budgeting

Procurement

Scheduling

Health & Safety

Client relations

Decision making

Driving licence

Job description

We’re looking for an experienced construction professional who’s ready to take ownership, lead with confidence and make a real impact at Pave Aways.

As Contracts Manager, you’ll have the opportunity to:

Lead significant new-build and refurbishment projects across Shropshire, Mid Wales, Cheshire and the West Midlands

Work closely with our Managing Director, learning directly from his experience and gaining insight into the wider business

Lead and develop Site Managers and project teams

Build strong relationships with clients, consultants and our supply chain

Play a key role in the continued success and growth of an established, ambitious regional contractor

With a team of 60 and more than 50 years of experience, you’ll have the opportunity to work on complex, high-profile projects while being part of a close-knit team where you can make a genuine impact.

And there’s evidence that we’re a great place to work too. We’re proud to hold Investors in People Gold accreditation and the King’s Award for Enterprise in Promoting Opportunity – recognition of our commitment to developing our people and creating opportunities to succeed.

WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

• Significant experience working within the building construction sector.
• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager, Senior Contracts Manager or in a similar senior construction management position.
• A strong track record of successfully delivering new build and refurbishment projects.
• Experience working on complex projects, ideally within education, healthcare, or other live environments.
• Solid knowledge and experience of JCT and NEC contracts.
• Excellent technical knowledge and a strong understanding of construction methodology.
• Strong commercial awareness and experience managing project budgets and financial performance.
• Experience of construction programming, procurement and resource planning.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety requirements and SHE standards.
• Experience in managing and developing Site Managers and project teams.
• Excellent communication, leadership and negotiation skills.
• The confidence to make decisions, solve problems and challenge when necessary.
• A professional and personable approach to client and stakeholder relationships.
• A strong commitment to quality and getting the job right first time.
• IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent.
• A full UK driving license.

OUR BENEFITS PACKAGE INLCUDES:

Salary: £55,000–£70,000+ per annum, depending on experience and level of responsibility.

We are looking for an experienced Contracts Manager, and the salary offered will reflect the successful candidate’s experience, skills and the scale of projects and teams they will be responsible for.

Benefits include:

• Potential performance related bonus
• 25 days’ annual leave, increasing with length of service at 2, 5 and 10 years
• Ongoing professional training and development
• Company pension scheme
• Private healthcare, wellness and mental health support
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

This is a permanent position with a start date of the 16 th November 2026.

If you’re an experienced Contracts Manager looking for your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you.