Contracts Manager

Boutique Modern Ltd.; Mount Pleasant; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Boutique Modern Ltd. seeks a Contracts Manager to lead project execution and contract management in a dynamic, growing modular housing company. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with budgets and deliverables while managing client relationships and project teams. This role offers the opportunity to impact the affordable housing sector significantly.

Qualifications

• Essential qualifications include SMSTS Certification and CSCS Black Card.
• Must have proven experience managing JCT D&B Contracts and 3+ years in a Contracts or Project Management position.
• Full Clean UK Drivers License is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Oversee key contractual elements, manage budgets and timelines.
• Act as the main contact for clients, handling progress and commercial issues.
• Develop project plans and ensure safety compliance on site.

Skills

Construction management knowledge

Budget management

Contract negotiation

Risk assessment

Client management

Team coordination

Communication

HSQE adherence

Education

HNC/HND/BSc in Construction Management

Tools

Asta Powerproject

Job description

Role - Contracts Manager

Site - St Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex

Start Date - 1st July 2025

Salary - Negotiable dependant on experience

Our vision:

We’re Boutique Modern, a modular housing provider based in Newhaven, East Sussex. We deliver affordable, high-quality homes for Local Authorities and Housing Associations, focusing on sustainable, cost-effective designs that create happy communities and beautiful places to live. Our approach is all about maximising social value and building community wealth.

As the UK’s only certified B Corporation in the modular construction industry, we’re proud to meet the highest global standards for environmental, social, and governance performance. This certification reflects our commitment to responsible practices across every aspect of what we do, from design and manufacturing to energy use, waste management, and beyond.

Background:

This is a unique opportunity for ambitious professionals to join the team at a pivotal stage of growth, where your contributions will have a direct and meaningful impact, and you will have the chance to establish yourself as a key member of staff in a growing business. If you are passionate about construction, thrive on challenges, and want to play a key role in shaping the future of a growing business and revolutionising the affordable housing sector, we want to hear from you.

The role

The Contracts Manager, primary responsibility is to ensure the successful execution of projects by overseeing key contractual elements, managing budgets and timelines, and achieving project objectives. The Contracts Manager is the main point of contact for clients, handling program progress, commercial issues, and change management. The role involves maintaining a clear understanding of contract requirements, overseeing project staffing and budget, and developing comprehensive plans for project stages.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage project contracts, budgets, and schedules, ensuring compliance with objectives and deliverables.
• Oversee cost, time, quality, and scope while supporting project requirements development.
• Act as the client-facing representative for progress, programme, and commercial issues, managing changes effectively.
• Ensure adherence to contract requirements and manage project staffing and prelims budget.
• Develop project delivery plans, including setup, phasing, and programme of works.
• Chair internal and external meetings, tracking progress and KPIs for departments, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Implement and maintain HSQE procedures to meet company standards, ISO accreditations, and legal compliance.
• Supervise site activities, ensuring safety, compliance, and timely completion.
• Monitor on-site performance, assess risks, and ensure work aligns with project plans.
• Produce weekly progress reports and oversee project performance through the business lifecycle.
• Collaborate with subcontractors and suppliers to achieve objectives, ensuring accountability and alignment.
• Coordinate departments for smooth project delivery, maintaining diligent documentation and resolving issues promptly.
• Foster clear communication, continual improvement, and confidentiality across all internal and external activities.

Key skills and experience required:

• A Suitable construction management qualification such as HNC/HND/BSc (Essential)
• SMSTS Certification (Essential)
• CSCS Black Card or similar (Essential)
• Full Clean UK Drivers License (Essential)
• Proven technical knowledge of construction and understanding of construction procedures (Essential)
• Proven experience managing JCT D&B Contracts (Essential)
• Understanding of Brownfield sites and their complexities (Essential)
• 3+ Years Experience in a Contracts or Project Management position (Essential)
• Experience working on project values up to £15M (Essential)
• Experience using Asta Powerproject (Desirable)