Contracts Manager

Hill McGlynn; Lancing; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hill McGlynn seeks an experienced Contracts Manager to lead and deliver regional projects from pre-construction to completion. The role involves close collaboration with clients, consultants, subcontractors and internal teams, with office-based work in Horsham and regular site travel.

You will manage project programmes, budgets and safety, while ensuring contract compliance and proactive risk/opportunity management. A senior, autonomous position in a growing regional contractor.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing construction projects end-to-end.
• Experience across cladding remediation, new build, design & build and refurbishment.
• Strong understanding of contracts and project delivery.
• Experience managing project teams and subcontractors.
• Commercial awareness of budgets and programmes.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Managing multiple construction projects from pre-construction through to completion.
• Taking overall responsibility for the operational delivery of allocated projects.
• Working closely with Project Managers, Site Managers, Quantity Surveyors and the wider project team.
• Managing and maintaining relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Monitoring project programmes, budgets, quality and health & safety.
• Reviewing project performance and identifying risks and opportunities.
• Ensuring projects are delivered in accordance with contract requirements.
• Attending client and project meetings and providing progress updates.
• Supporting procurement and management of subcontractor packages.
• Managing project variations, delays and other contractual matters.
• Ensuring all projects are delivered to high standards.
• Providing leadership and guidance to site-based teams.
• Assisting with pre-construction, tenders and new opportunities.

Skills

Contract management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Budget awareness

Communication

Education

Construction qualifications

Job description

• Contracts Manager - Regional Main Contractor
• Location: Horsham, West Sussex
• Salary: Competitive

Contracts Manager - Regional Main Contractor

Location: Horsham, West Sussex

Salary: Competitive, depending on experience

Sector: Construction - New Build / Design & Build / Refurbishment

Employment Type: Full-time

The Opportunity Hill McGlynn are currently working with a successful and well-established regional main contractor who are looking to appoint an experienced Contracts Manager to join their team. Our client delivers a diverse range of construction projects across new build, design and build, and refurbishment, working with a strong portfolio of clients across the region. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Contracts Manager to join a growing business where you will have responsibility for managing projects from pre-construction through to completion, working closely with clients, consultants, subcontractors and internal teams. The role will be based from the company's Horsham office, with regular travel to project sites as required.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing multiple construction projects from pre-construction through to completion.
• Taking overall responsibility for the operational delivery of allocated projects.
• Working closely with Project Managers, Site Managers, Quantity Surveyors and the wider project team.
• Managing and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Monitoring project programmes, budgets, quality and health & safety.
• Reviewing project performance and identifying potential risks and opportunities.
• Ensuring projects are delivered in accordance with contract requirements.
• Attending client and project meetings and providing regular progress updates.
• Supporting the procurement and management of subcontractor packages.
• Managing project variations, delays and other contractual matters.
• Ensuring all projects are delivered to the company's high standards.
• Providing leadership, support and guidance to site-based teams.
• Assisting with pre-construction, tenders and new project opportunities where required.

About You

• Proven experience managing construction projects from start to completion.
• Experience across cladding remediation, new build, design & build and/or refurbishment projects.
• A strong understanding of construction processes, contracts and project delivery.
• Experience managing project teams and subcontractors.
• Strong commercial awareness and an understanding of project budgets and programmes.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills.
• The ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
• A proactive and solutions-focused approach.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage project teams.
• Relevant construction qualifications are desirable.

What's on Offer?

• The opportunity to join a successful and established regional main contractor.
• A varied project portfolio covering new build, design & build and refurbishment.
• A senior position with genuine responsibility and autonomy.
• A role based from the company's Horsham office, with travel to sites as required.
• Long-term career development opportunities.
• The opportunity to work alongside an experienced and collaborative team.
• A stable pipeline of projects and continued business growth.