Contracts Manager

Bell Building Projects Ltd; West of England; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bell Building Projects is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee multiple refurbishment, façade remediation and new-build projects across the UK. You will manage contracts, coordinate site teams, liaise with clients and stakeholders, and ensure compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.

The role requires strong leadership, risk management, and a proactive approach to delivery, safety, and quality.

Qualifications

• Proven Contracts Manager experience with a main contractor, managing multiple projects including façade remediation and cladding.
• Strong knowledge of JCT/NEC contracts and UK Health & Safety regulations (CDM 2015).
• Experience in risk management, sustainability, and dispute resolution, with commercial awareness.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple contracts and coordinate site teams to ensure timely, on-budget delivery.
• Ensure health and safety compliance through audits and a strong safety culture.
• Monitor budgets, oversee subcontractor payments, manage procurement plans and cost control.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

IT literacy

Work under pressure

Mentoring

Strategic partnerships

Education

SMSTS

CSCS Black

First Aid

Temporary Works Coordinator

Fire Safety Awareness

Working at Height

NVQ/SVQ L6/L7

IOSH/NEBOSH

RICS/CIOB Membership

Scaffold Inspection

Asbestos Awareness

Job description

Bell Building Projects (BBP) is a growing construction company delivering refurbishment, facade replacement, fire remediation and new-build projects across the UK.

We’re proud of the reputation we’ve built, but even more proud of the people behind it. Our continued growth has created a strong pipeline of work, giving our teams long-term job security, opportunities to develop their careers and the chance to work on a wide variety of projects.

We believe in investing in our people, recognising good performance and creating an environment where everyone is trusted, supported and encouraged to progress. Whether you’re joining us on site or in one of our offices, you’ll be part of a team that values quality, collaboration and doing things the right way.

The Role

As a Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing multiple construction projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality and safety standards. You will manage contracts, coordinate site teams, liaise with clients and stakeholders, and implement company policies. Your role will involve strategic planning, risk management, and ensuring compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Project & Contract Management: Oversee multiple contracts, manage schedules, ensure timely and quality project delivery, and coordinate site teams.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure adherence to regulations, conduct audits, and promote a strong safety culture.
• Financial & Commercial Management: Monitor budgets, manage subcontractor payments, oversee cost control, and review procurement plans.
• Client & Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the main contact, maintain client relationships, resolve disputes, and represent the company in meetings.
• Quality Control & Compliance: Ensure work meets quality standards, conduct risk assessments, and comply with industry regulations.
• Team Leadership & Development: Mentor and guide teams, provide training, and foster a productive work environment.

Who We’re Looking For

• Experience: Proven Contracts Manager experience with a main contractor, managing multiple projects, including façade remediation and cladding (preferred).
• Qualifications & Training: SMSTS, CSCS (Black), First Aid, Temporary Works Coordinator, Fire Safety Awareness, Working at Height, NVQ/SVQ L6/L7, IOSH/NEBOSH, RICS/CIOB Membership, Scaffold Inspection, Asbestos Awareness.
• Knowledge & Skills: Strong understanding of JCT/NEC contracts, UK Health & Safety regulations (CDM 2015), fire safety, risk management, sustainability (BREEAM, Net Zero), dispute resolution, and commercial awareness.
• Competencies: Strong leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management, problem-solving, IT literacy, ability to work under pressure, mentoring experience, and strategic partnership building.

Why Join BBP?

Join a company with 40 years of industry excellence and a strong future pipeline. We offer acompetitive salary, agenerous pension scheme,income protection, anddeath in servicebenefits. Enjoyannual salary reviews,discretionary performance-based bonuses, and32 days of holiday with a flexible bank holiday scheme. We actively support professional development and training, andbusiness mileageis reimbursed. Our offices arefully accessible, ensuring an inclusive workplace for all.

Diversity & Inclusion

Bell Building Projects is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We are dedicated to ensuring that our recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion practices are free from bias, offering fair access to all qualified candidates. Selection decisions are made based on skills, qualifications, and experience, and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Bell Building Projects values diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.