Contracts Manager

White Space Group; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Private healthcare insurance

Flexible and hybrid working

High street voucher discounts

Bonus scheme

Company events

Salary sacrifice scheme

Personal and professional training and

Long-term career progression

Job summary

White Space Group is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee multiple finishing projects, both on and off site, ensuring on-time delivery within budget and to high standards. The role offers long-term progression within a growing finishing contracting business serving the north of England.

You will lead by example, manage client and supplier relationships, and drive quality across commercial, industrial and residential projects with travel across England.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a supervisory, Contracts Manager or similar management role within construction.
• Good IT skills – the use of the full Microsoft package and the other job specific software is essential.
• Strong leadership, project management, organisation and negotiation skills.
• Good understanding of construction processes, budgets and contractual responsibilities.
• Background in painting and decorating, paint spraying or other finishing trades beneficial but not essential.
• SMSTS or SSSTS certification ideal but not essential.
• NVQ Level 3 in Supervision desirable but not essential.
• Full, valid driving licence.
• Willingness to travel to projects across England and stay away from home when required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee projects from initial planning through to completion, ensuring budgets, deadlines and quality standards are met.
• Develop, review and negotiate contracts with clients, suppliers and subcontractors.
• Lead, motivate and support project teams, taking ownership and leading by example.
• Monitor project progress, manage risks and resolve issues effectively.
• Plan schedules, allocate resources and track project milestones.
• Conduct regular site visits and audits, ensuring teams are equipped, briefed and supported.
• Maintain strong client relationships and accurate project documentation.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety, site cleanliness, behaviour and professional standards.
• Contribute ideas to improve project delivery and support business growth.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Negotiation

Budgeting

IT skills

Client relations

Site supervision

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Supervision

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you a natural leader looking for your next career move with long-term progression?

Do you take pride in leading teams, delivering quality work and getting results? If you are currently working within a construction management role or looking to further progress your career with construction management, this could be the opportunity for you! This role offers excellent opportunities for career progression, with the potential to advance into a more senior position within the business.

Painting / Finishing Contracts Manager
Leeds, West Yorkshire

£40,000 £45,000 per year + Benefits

Full Time, Permanent

Company vehicle or paid for use of own vehicle + fuel card + mileage rate for use

Bonus scheme

Join a growing, finishing contracting business delivering high-quality commercial, industrial and residential projects across the north of England and across the nation. With 80% of work coming from repeat customers, our client has built an excellent reputation for quality, reliability and professionalism.

They're now looking for an experienced, driven and highly organised Contracts Manager to oversee multiple projects, ensuring work is delivered on time, within budget and to the highest standards.

This role is for you! If you're a natural leader with experience in painting and decorating, paint spraying or other finishing trades such as plastering, joinery, intumescent coatings or floor coverings.

This role is for you! If you lead by example, communicate effectively and efficiently, understand people and take pride in delivering quality work and keeping promises.

This role is for you! If you're looking for a company to grow with long term, where you can take ownership, make a difference and progress your career within the company.

Benefits:

• Company vehicle or paid for use of own vehicle + fuel card + mileage rate for use
• £40,000 £45,000 salary
• Company vehicle (following successful probation)
• Private healthcare insurance
• Flexible and hybrid working
• High street voucher discounts
• Bonus scheme
• Company events
• Salary sacrifice scheme
• Personal and professional training and development
• Long-term career progression - Senior Contracts Manager in 2-5 years or Operations Manager in 4-8 Years.

About the Role:

You'll be responsible for managing multiple finishing projects, both on and off site, ensuring contractual obligations are met and maintaining strong relationships with clients, suppliers and site teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee projects from initial planning through to completion, ensuring budgets, deadlines and quality standards are met.
• Develop, review and negotiate contracts with clients, suppliers and subcontractors.
• Lead, motivate and support project teams, taking ownership and leading by example.
• Monitor project progress, manage risks and resolve issues effectively.
• Plan schedules, allocate resources and track project milestones.
• Conduct regular site visits and audits, ensuring teams are equipped, briefed and supported.
• Maintain strong client relationships and accurate project documentation.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety, site cleanliness, behaviour and professional standards.
• Contribute ideas to improve project delivery and support business growth.

Experience & Requirements:

• Proven experience in a supervisory, Contracts Manager or similar management role within construction.
• Good IT skills - the use of the full Microsoft package and the other job specific software is essential
• Strong leadership, project management, organisation and negotiation skills.
• Good understanding of construction processes, budgets and contractual responsibilities.
• Background in painting and decorating, paint spraying or other finishing trades beneficial but not essential.
• SMSTS or SSSTS certification ideal but not essential.
• NVQ Level 3 in Supervision desirable but not essential.
• Full, valid driving licence.
• Willingness to travel to projects across England and stay away from home when required.