Contracts Manager - Construction Main Contractor

PACE Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in London is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee diverse projects valued at £2m-£15m. This role involves managing project teams, ensuring high-quality standards, and maintaining client relationships. The ideal candidate will have robust industry experience and a track record in contract management. The position offers competitive salary and clear career progression within a sustainably growing business.

Benefits

Salary c.£85,000 - £95,000

Clear career progression

Opportunity to oversee high-quality projects

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in managing construction contracts.
• Ability to oversee projects with values between £2m and £15m.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to manage various teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple live projects, ensuring timely delivery.
• Manage project managers and site managers.
• Provide commercial and strategic input at senior management level.

Job description

Contracts Manager - Main Contractor – London Bridge | £85,000 - £95,000 + package + perks

An experienced regional contractor, with c.£50m turnover, is seeking a Contracts Manager to join their London Bridge office. This medium-sized main contractor delivers new build, design & build, and refurbishment schemes across London and the South-East, spanning sectors such as education, healthcare, commercial, offices, super-prime residential and standard residential. Project values typically range from £2m - £15m.

What’s on offer

• Salary c.£85,000 - £95,000 + package + perks
• Growing contractor with multiple regional offices
• Clear career progression within a sustainably expanding business
• Opportunity to oversee diverse, high-quality projects

Typical responsibilities

• Oversee multiple live projects, typically £2m-£15m in value
• Manage and support project managers, site managers and delivery teams
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards
• Lead on programming, resourcing and overall project planning
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and stakeholders
• Monitor health, safety and compliance across all projects
• Provide commercial and strategic input at senior management level
• Balance office-based planning with regular site visits and leadership

This is a senior opportunity for an experienced Contracts Manager to play a pivotal role in a respected, sustainably growing main contractor.