Contracts Manager

Thorn Baker Construction; Swansea; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm based in Swansea is looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee high-quality construction projects throughout South Wales. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in managing medium to large projects, strong contract management skills, and effective leadership qualities. Join a respected company with over 50 years of expertise and work on prestigious projects within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Opportunity to work on prestigious projects

Join a respected and growing company

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing medium to large construction projects.
• Strong commercial awareness and contract management skills.
• Excellent planning, organisational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of listed-building and heritage projects is desirable.
• Effective leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage contracts from the tender stage through to completion.
• Oversee site teams, subcontractors, and in-house trades.
• Control budgets, procurement, and construction programmes.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety and building regulations.
• Maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships.
• Support and mentor site staff.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Contract management skills

Planning

Organisational skills

Problem-solving abilities

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Location: Swansea, South Wales

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

An established and award-winning construction business is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee high-quality projects across South Wales. The role offers the opportunity to work on bespoke new builds, restorations, and heritage schemes, delivering to the very highest standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage contracts from the tender stage through to completion.
• Oversee site teams, subcontractors, and in-house trades.
• Control budgets, procurement, and construction programmes.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety and building regulations.
• Maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships.
• Support and mentor site staff.

Requirements

• Proven experience managing medium to large construction projects.
• Strong commercial awareness and contract management skills.
• Excellent planning, organisational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of listed-building and heritage projects (desirable).
• Effective leadership and communication skills.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on prestigious, high-profile projects.
• Join a respected and growing company with over 50 years' expertise.
• Supportive, professional team environment.

If you're an experienced Contracts Manager seeking your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Please click "apply" or contact Rhian on (phone number removed).