Contracts Manager

Thorn Baker Construction; Malvern; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Car/Allowance

Pension scheme

Job summary

Thorn Baker Construction in Malvern is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee time, cost, quality, safety, and client satisfaction across multiple build programmes.

You will lead project teams, manage commercial delivery, and coordinate with NEC and JCT contracts, driving continuous improvement while mentoring staff. This role offers progression and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years in construction delivery or contract management.
• Experience delivering multiple projects and managing commercial controls.
• Familiarity with NEC and JCT forms of contract; design & build delivery.
• Strong communication, organisation and stakeholder management.
• Proactive, solutions-focused approach with problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive construction delivery and contract performance across multiple projects.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety requirements and coordinate H&S plans.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor quality, safety, programmes and commercial performance.
• Lead project progress meetings, cost reviews and manage cost control and risk.
• Oversee design development on design & build projects, ensure planning and statutory compliance.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Commercial Managers and subcontractors to deliver outcomes.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and present the delivery team's work.

Skills

Contract management

Multi-project delivery

NEC/JCT contracts

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Job description

Contracts Manager - Construction

Location: Malvern / Midlands (Office/Construction Sites)

Are you an experienced construction professional with a strong track record of managing contract delivery across multiple projects? We're seeking a proactive Contracts Manager to oversee project performance, commercial delivery, and collaborative execution across a diverse range of build programmes. This role offers leadership responsibility, commercial impact, and opportunities for career growth in a supportive environment. You'll be joining a workplace that truly values career progression, diversity, inclusion, and work/life balance. Whether you're aiming for senior leadership or to deepen your commercial expertise, you'll find structured support, mentorship, and opportunities for personal development.

About the Role

As a Contracts Manager, you'll be responsible for the overall performance of allocated projects in terms of time, cost, quality, safety, and client satisfaction. Working closely with project teams and commercial leadership, you'll ensure projects run smoothly and deliver excellent outcomes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Drive construction delivery and contract performance across multiple projects
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety requirements and coordinate construction phase H&S plans.
• Conduct regular site progress visits to monitor quality, safety, programmes and commercial performance.
• Lead project progress meetings, cost reviews and ensure effective cost control and risk management.
• Oversee design development on design & build projects, ensuring planning and statutory requirements are met.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Commercial Managers and subcontractors to deliver exceptional project outcomes.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, representing the project delivery team professionally.
• Support continuous improvement culture and coach team members on best practices.

Who You Are

We're looking for a motivated leader who brings:

• A minimum of 10 years' industry experience in construction delivery or contract management.
• Demonstrable experience managing multiple projects and a strong understanding of delivery drivers and commercial controls.
• Experience working with NEC & JCT forms of contract and familiarity with design & build delivery methodologies.
• Strong communication, organisation, and stakeholder management skills.
• A proactive, solutions‑focused mindset with excellent problem‑solving ability.

Benefits & Perks

A competitive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, work/life balance and long‑term career development:

• Generous annual leave, increasing with service.
• Health Cash Plan
• Health & wellbeing support
• Private medical insurance
• Car scheme or allowance.
• Enhanced parental leave
• Professional membership support
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Death in Service benefit