Contracts Manager - Construction Main Contractor

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

Job summary

A medium-sized contractor in London is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee multiple projects. The role involves managing delivery teams, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. Candidates should have experience with project values of £2m-£15m and a strong background in leadership. The position offers a competitive salary of £85,000 - £95,000 plus benefits and clear opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Clear career progression

Opportunity to oversee diverse projects

Various perks provided

Qualifications

• Experience managing projects between £2m and £15m.
• Ability to oversee project managers and site teams.
• Strong commercial acumen and strategic insight.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple live projects, ensuring quality and timeliness.
• Manage relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Lead programming and resource planning for projects.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Health and safety compliance

Job description

Overview

An experienced regional contractor, 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.

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

Benefits

• 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