Contracts Manager

Connolly Limited; Oldham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Connolly Limited is seeking a (Senior) Contracts Manager to lead the delivery of multiple contracts within a fast-paced construction and social housing environment. The role focuses on contract performance, operational excellence and driving continuous improvement across several projects and sites.

The successful candidate will have proven experience in managing multiple contracts, strong procurement and contract administration knowledge, and leadership to develop site teams and maintain

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in construction/project management or related discipline.
• Experience leading multiple construction contracts simultaneously.
• Strong procurement, contract administration and change control knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of multiple contracts across projects and sites.
• Manage budgets, programmes and resources to achieve targets.
• Administer contracts, variations and change control processes.
• Monitor performance, risk and compliance across projects.
• Maintain strong stakeholder relationships with clients and teams.
• Lead, coordinate and develop site teams and junior managers.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Planning & coordination

Problem solving

Prioritisation

Excel & reporting

Client updates

Education

Construction/Project Management related degree

Tools

MS Project

Contract management software

Job description

Role: (Senior) Contracts Manager

We are looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to lead the delivery of multiple contracts within a fast-paced construction and social housing environment. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in contract performance, operational excellence, and driving continuous improvement across multiple projects and sites.

Experience

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager, Senior Contracts Manager, Project Manager or similar construction management role.
• Experience managing multiple construction projects/contracts simultaneously.
• Strong contractor, subcontractor and supply chain management experience.
• Experience managing project budgets, costs, programmes and resources.
• Proven experience administering contracts, variations, instructions and change control processes.
• Experience monitoring project performance, risk management and compliance.
• Experience working directly with clients and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.
• Experience leading, coordinating and developing site teams and/or junior managers.

Technical Knowledge

• Strong understanding of construction project lifecycles from mobilisation through to handover.
• Sound knowledge of procurement practices and contract administration.
• Understanding of pre-contract and post-contract management responsibilities.
• Knowledge of construction health & safety legislation and CDM regulations.
• Understanding of quality assurance and compliance requirements within construction projects.
• Commercial awareness with the ability to identify risks, opportunities and cost‑saving measures.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Construction Management, Project Management, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong planning, organisation and project coordination abilities.
• Effective problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver projects within deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and project reporting systems.
• Ability to produce and present project performance updates to clients and senior stakeholders.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience within social housing, planned maintenance, refurbishment or maintenance contracts.
• Experience managing small works programmes.
• Experience operating in agile or fast‑paced project environments.
• Experience mentoring or developing Assistant Contracts Managers or similar roles.
• Demonstrable track record of continuous improvement and process optimisation.
• Strong reputation for collaborative working and high‑quality project delivery.
• Experience inspecting completed works against legislative, contractual and quality standards.