Contracts Manager

Madisons Recruitment Ltd; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Contracts Manager to oversee all contractual aspects of care home projects. Responsibilities include contract drafting, risk management, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will possess a degree or HND in a construction discipline, 5 years of relevant experience, and strong leadership skills. Benefits include a company car, 33 days holiday, and a contributory pension.

Benefits

Company Car

Uniform & PPE

33 days holiday

Work mobile

Contributory pension

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with a contractor in a similar role.
• Full, clean driving licence required.
• CSCS and SMSTS qualifications are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manage all contractual aspects of projects ensuring compliance with UK construction law.
• Support tendering processes and supplier negotiations.
• Maintain accurate contract documentation and documentation support audits.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Risk management

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Planning software proficiency

Education

HND or Degree in construction-related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Planning software (e.g. Project Commander, Asta)

Job description

Madisons Recruitment are recruiting for a Contracts Manager on a permanent basis for a client of ours located in Crawley.

As Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for managing all contractual aspects of projects, ensuring agreements with contractors, suppliers, and partners are negotiated, executed, and monitored to deliver high-quality, compliant care home developments. You will safeguard project success by mitigating risks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining strong relationships with all stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee contract drafting, negotiation, and management for care home design, development, and construction projects.
• Ensure all contracts comply with UK construction law, health and safety regulations, and care sector requirements.
• Work closely with architects, developers, contractors, and consultants to align contractual obligations with project objectives.
• Manage the lifecycle of contracts including procurement, renewals, variations, and dispute resolution.
• Provide advice on contractual rights, risks, and obligations to project and leadership teams.
• Maintain accurate contract documentation and support audits and regulatory reviews.
• Monitor contract performance to ensure timely, cost-effective, and high-quality project delivery.
• Develop standardized processes and templates for construction and supplier agreements.
• Identify potential risks in development and construction contracts and implement mitigation strategies.
• Support tendering processes and supplier negotiations for materials, services, and construction partners

Requirements

• Possess an HND or Degree qualification (or equivalent) in in a construction related discipline or be qualified by experience
• CSCS card
• SMSTS
• Possess a full, clean driving licence
• Have a minimum of 5 years similar experience with a Contractor
• Be computer literate in all Microsoft Office products
• Have the ability to use planning software e.g. Project Commander / Asta
• Be a self-starter and self-motivated to achieve results
• You will be a leader of people with excellent organisational, prioritisation and communication skills and have the desire and drive to get the best out of, not only yourself, but all of those who work for you.

Benefits

• Company Car
• Uniform & PPE
• 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Work mobile
• Contributory pension

If you are actively searching for a new role and interested in hearing more on the above Contracts Manager position, please apply or contact using any of the methods below.

Consultant Name: Kieran

Landline: (phone number removed)

Email: (url removed)

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