Contracts Manager – HVAC/Construction | Car Allowance

Ernest Gordon Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Basic pension

Progression to senior roles

Job summary

Ernest Gordon Recruitment is seeking a Contracts Manager for HVAC/Construction based in Manchester. The role focuses on owning final accounts, negotiating terms with clients, and guiding project teams to protect profitability.

The successful candidate will have a Quantity Surveying background, a minimum of 3 years in commercial/contract management, and be able to manage disputes, commercial claims, and risk. On-site, full-time opportunity with competitive package.

Qualifications

• Experience managing final accounts and commercial claims.
• Ability to lead client contract negotiations and advise on commercial risks.
• Proven track record in construction/HVAC commercial roles.
• Minimum 3 years of commercial/contract management experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage, negotiate, and settle final accounts across commercial projects.
• Assist internal teams in resolving contractual disputes and commercial claims.
• Lead client contract negotiations and advise on commercial risks and terms.
• Work with project teams and directors to ensure profitability and compliance.

Skills

Final accounts management

Contract negotiations

Commercial awareness

Dispute resolution

Client liaison

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

Job description

Ernest Gordon Recruitment is seeking a Contracts Manager for HVAC/Construction based in Manchester. The role focuses on owning final accounts, negotiating terms with clients, and guiding project teams to protect profitability.

The successful candidate will have a Quantity Surveying background, a minimum of 3 years in commercial/contract management, and be able to manage disputes, commercial claims, and risk. On-site, full-time opportunity with competitive package.