Contracts Manager

Knightwood Associates; Tandridge; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housebuilder in Surrey, Kent, and South London seeks an experienced Contracts Manager. You will oversee multiple projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to high standards. Strong leadership and a track record in residential construction are essential. Competitive salary, car allowance, and benefits offered. This is an excellent opportunity to join a reputable firm with a strong pipeline of projects.

Benefits

Competitive salary & car allowance/package

Performance-related bonus

Private healthcare & pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager or Senior Project Manager within volume housebuilding.
• Strong technical knowledge of residential construction methods and building regulations.
• Demonstrable track record of delivering projects on time, to budget, and to a high standard.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage several housing developments across Surrey, Kent, and South London.
• Lead and support Site Managers, ensuring programmes are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Drive and monitor health & safety compliance across all sites.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Communication

Technical knowledge of residential construction

Job description

Overview

Contracts Manager - Leading Housebuilder (Surrey, Kent & South London)

We are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to join a busy and highly respected housebuilder, overseeing multiple traditional build and timber frame developments across Surrey, Kent, and South London. As a key member of the construction team, you will be responsible for the successful delivery of projects from inception to completion, ensuring the highest standards of quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage several housing developments across Surrey, Kent, and South London.
• Lead and support Site Managers, ensuring programmes are delivered on time, within budget, and to the company's quality standards.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, and local authorities.
• Drive and monitor health & safety compliance across all sites.
• Track progress, costs, and resources, reporting regularly to senior management.
• Resolve technical and contractual issues promptly and effectively.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager or Senior Project Manager within volume housebuilding.
• Strong technical knowledge of residential construction methods and building regulations.
• Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
• Demonstrable track record of delivering projects on time, to budget, and to a high standard.
• Full UK driving licence, with flexibility to travel between sites in the region.

Benefits

• Competitive salary & car allowance/package.
• Performance-related bonus.
• Private healthcare & pension scheme.
• Opportunity to join a reputable, forward-thinking housebuilder with a strong pipeline of projects.

If you are a driven and experienced Contracts Manager looking to join a thriving business with exciting developments across Surrey, Kent, and South London, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV or contact us in confidence for further details.