Contracts Manager

CR1 Group Limited; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national contractor is seeking a Freelance Contracts Manager for distribution centre refurbishment projects in the UK. This role requires overseeing multiple sites, coordinating with subcontractors, and ensuring quality delivery across projects valued at £1.2m to £2.4m. Candidates must have a strong background in construction project management, excellent communication skills, and be available for a full 24-week contract. Competitive day rates and collaborative working environments are part of the offering.

Benefits

Competitive freelance day rate

Opportunity to lead significant refurbishment project

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a Site-based lead Manager on refurbishment and fit-out projects.
• Experience in managing distribution centres, warehouses, or similar industrial facilities.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, health & safety, and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all sites are run smoothly.
• Oversee several projects at any one time.
• Monitor progress against programme milestones and report regularly.
• Resolve any issues that arise during construction and fit-out.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Independent work

Education

CSCS Card (Professional or managers)

SMSTS

3-day first Aid

Job description

Freelance Contracts Manager – Distribution Centre Refurbishment & Fit‑Out

Projects: North West / East

Start Date: End of Jan

Day Rate : Negotiable / Hotel / Fuel allowance

We are seeking an experienced Freelance Contracts Manager to join our client who are main contractor that turnover circa £80m. They have been allocated a national roll out in the region of £35m’s worth of Small / Medium Distribution centre refurbishments for their client, a world leading brand. The scope of works vary across all schemes and are from £1.2m to £2.4m a piece.

Project durations are 22 – 26 weeks.

You will be overseeing a handful of projects at any one time, regular site visits are expected and office presence at times as well as working from home.

Key Responsibilities

• Making sure all sites are run smoothly
• Oversee several projects at any one time
• Help coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and on‑site teams to ensure smooth delivery.
• Monitor progress against programme milestones and report regularly to the project team.
• Oversee quality control and resolve any issues that arise during construction and fit‑out.

Requirements

• Proven track record as a Site based lead Manager on refurbishment and fit‑out projects.
• Experience in managing distribution centres, warehouses, or similar industrial facilities would be ideal but essential.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, health & safety, and compliance standards.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently and drive the project to completion.
• Freelance / contract availability for the full 24‑week duration.

Certificates required

• CSCS Card (Professional or managers)
• SMSTS
• 3 day first Aid

What We Offer

• Competitive freelance day rate and a run of work for the 2026
• Opportunity to lead a significant refurbishment project from start to finish.

Collaborative working environment with a supportive project team