Contracts Manager - Construction

Samuel James Recruitment Ltd; Oldham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected contractor seeks a Contracts Manager for heritage construction projects across Northern England. The role involves overseeing restoration works on historic buildings, ensuring contractual compliance, and leading project teams. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of experience in restoration and strong knowledge of heritage conservation.

Benefits

Additional holiday entitlement with service

Paid day off on your birthday

Medicash healthcare scheme access

Real career progression in a growing, specialist firm

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Contracts Management or senior site leadership.
• Proven experience in heritage, conservation, or restoration construction.
• Solid understanding of JCT contracts and construction legislation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple live building restoration sites.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and to budget.
• Lead client relationships and address site issues.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

HNC/ONC or equivalent qualification

Job description

Contracts Manager Heritage Construction Up to £75,000 DOE + Benefits North of England (Site-Based Travel)

Are you an experienced Contracts Manager with a passion for restoring historic buildings?

Join a respected specialist in heritage conservation delivering projects across the North of England. This is your chance to oversee prestigious restoration works on listed and historically significant buildings combining your leadership skills with a meaningful mission.

What You ll Be Doing

As a Contracts Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring heritage construction projects are executed to the highest standards. You will:

• Oversee multiple live building restoration sites across the North
• Ensure contracts are delivered on time, to budget, and to conservation standards
• Lead client relationships, liaising with consultants and conservation officers
• Chair regular site meetings, addressing issues and keeping communication clear
• Conduct site visits and maintain accurate project reporting
• Work closely with Estimators and Quantity Surveyors on valuations and variations
• Ensure all works comply with JCT contract terms and safety standards

About You

We re looking for a hands-on leader with solid heritage or restoration experience. You may currently be working as a Contracts Manager, Project Manager, or Senior Site Manager in conservation or traditional construction. Ideally, you will have:

• 5+ years in Contracts Management or senior site leadership
• Proven experience in heritage, conservation, or restoration construction
• Solid understanding of JCT contracts and construction legislation
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• SSSTS or SMSTS, plus a valid CSCS card
• HNC/ONC or equivalent qualification (desirable)

About the Company

This award-winning contractor is dedicated to the restoration and conservation of listed and historic buildings across the North of England. With a reputation for craftsmanship, collaboration, and compliance with the highest conservation standards, the company operates a friendly, site-based culture with strong team support and professional development.

What s In It For You?

• Salary up to £75,000 (depending on experience)
• Additional holiday entitlement with service
• Paid day off on your birthday
• Medicash healthcare scheme access
• Work on nationally important heritage projects
• Collaborative and supportive site teams
• Real career progression in a growing, specialist firm

How to Apply

Don t miss your opportunity to lead meaningful, heritage-focused projects with a respected specialist.

Apply today and we ll be in touch within 24 hours to discuss your experience and next steps.