Contracts Manager

ARV Solutions Contracts; Lancashire; Remote; GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent construction contractor is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to lead complex national projects across the UK. This role involves managing multiple projects from pre-contract to completion, ensuring high standards of safety, quality, and client satisfaction. Ideal candidates should have significant experience in design and build contracting, strong leadership skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. The position offers a competitive salary of £80,000 with additional benefits.

Benefits

Company Vehicle

Qualifications

• Significant experience within design and build main contracting required.
• Strong contractual, commercial, and technical knowledge needed.
• Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining control of quality, programme, and cost.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee multiple design and build projects nationwide.
• Manage all aspects of the contract from pre‑construction planning through to handover.
• Ensure full compliance with building regulations and health and safety standards.

Skills

Contracts Manager

Design and Build

Main Contracting

Construction Management

Education

Healthcare

Commercial

Job description

Job Title: Contracts Manager

Salary: £80,000 + Company Vehicle

Location: National Projects

Sector: Design & Build Construction

Are you an experienced Contracts Manager with a proven track record in design and build main contracting? Would you enjoy leading complex national projects for a well‑established construction business with a strong reputation across the UK? This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled Contracts Manager to join a large national contractor, overseeing the successful delivery of education, healthcare, and commercial projects with values up to £40 million.

You will take ownership of multiple projects from pre‑contract through to completion, ensuring all works are delivered safely, on programme, and to the highest quality standards. Working closely with Project and Site Managers, you will drive performance, manage client relationships, and ensure all contractual and commercial obligations are met.

Qualifications

• Have significant experience within design and build main contracting
• Possess strong contractual, commercial, and technical knowledge
• Can manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining control of quality, programme, and cost
• Demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills across all project levels
• Are proactive in resolving challenges and ensuring client satisfaction
• Are willing to travel nationally and stay away when required

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee multiple design and build projects nationwide
• Manage all aspects of the contract, from pre‑construction planning through to handover
• Work collaboratively with internal teams including Design, Commercial, and Operations
• Support Project Managers and Site Managers to ensure safe and efficient project delivery
• Oversee and approve all variations, valuations, and client agreements
• Ensure full compliance with building regulations, health and safety standards, and company procedures
• Drive quality, efficiency, and performance across all sites

If this role sounds of interest, click 'Apply' to send us your CV – we'd love to hear from you.

Key Skills

• Contracts Manager
• Design and Build
• Main Contracting
• Education
• Healthcare
• Commercial
• Construction Management

This employer is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.