Contracts Manager - Equipment

ZipRecruiter; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing equipment solutions company in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee multiple installation projects, ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery. The ideal candidate will have experience in the mobility sector, excellent organizational skills, and a strong understanding of health and safety standards. This position offers the opportunity to manage the full project lifecycle and build relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within the equipment, mobility, or adaptations sector.
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to manage budgets and contracts.
• Excellent organizational skills to handle multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage multiple equipment installation projects across the Midlands and UK.
• Take ownership of the full project lifecycle from tendering to final handover.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality standards.

Skills

Contracts Management

Project Management

Commercial Awareness

Health & Safety Knowledge

Exceptional Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Relevant qualifications in construction/project management (e.g., SMSTS, CSCS, NVQ)

Tools

MS Office

Project Management Tools

Job description

Overview

Job Description – About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager with a strong background in equipment installations such as stairlifts, through-floor lifts, ceiling track hoists, and mobility solutions. This is a key position within our growing business, managing multiple projects from tender through to completion and ensuring delivery on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate will bring specialist knowledge of the mobility and equipment sector and proven experience managing contracts within construction or adaptations environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage multiple equipment installation projects across the Midlands and UK.
• Take ownership of the full project lifecycle – from tendering and pricing through to final handover.
• Liaise with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and quality standards.
• Monitor project budgets, variations, and costs, providing regular reports to senior management.
• Manage site teams, ensuring high standards of workmanship and customer satisfaction.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders and identify opportunities for repeat business.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within the equipment, mobility, or adaptations sector (e.g., stairlifts, through-floor lifts, hoists).
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to manage budgets, contracts, and supplier relationships.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects at once.
• Knowledge of CDM regulations, health & safety, and construction best practice.
• Exceptional communication skills and the ability to build rapport at all levels.
• IT proficiency including MS Office and project management tools.

Desirable

• Experience within social housing, local authority, or DFG-funded projects.
• Relevant qualifications in construction/project management (e.g., SMSTS, CSCS, NVQ).
• Knowledge of NEC or JCT contracts.

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