Contracts Manager in Greater Manchester

Energy Jobline CVL; England; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist façade contractor in Greater Manchester is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee façade projects across the UK. The role involves managing the complete contract lifecycle, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record in the façade sector and exceptional leadership skills. The position offers a salary of £55,000 - £65,000 plus a company vehicle or car allowance.

Benefits

Company vehicle or car allowance

Supportive working culture

Scope for career development

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a Contracts Manager or similar senior position.
• Experience managing high-value projects in the façade sector.
• Full UK driving license essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of multiple façade projects across the UK.
• Manage project budgets and commercial performance.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Contracts Management

Commercial Understanding

Leadership Skills

Technical Knowledge of Façade Systems

Communication Skills

Education

Relevant degree or professional qualification

Job description

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Job Title: Contracts Manager
Location: Greater Manchester (with nationwide travel)
Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 per annum + company vehicle or car allowance

About the Company

Our client is a leading specialist façade contractor operating nationwide. They deliver complex building envelope solutions on both major new‑build developments and high‑risk building remediation schemes. With expertise across cladding, brick slips, render, and external wall insulation systems, they have built a reputation for technical excellence, safety, and quality. Acting as both principal contractor and specialist sub‑contractor, they're trusted to deliver high‑profile, large‑scale façade projects for blue‑chip clients and tier‑one contractors throughout the UK.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and driven Contracts Manager to oversee multiple façade projects across the UK. Reporting to the senior leadership team, this role will take responsibility for the commercial and operational delivery of projects from contract award through to completion – ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards. The position involves nationwide travel and offers a great opportunity to work with a market‑leading business in a thriving sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of multiple façade and external envelope contracts across the UK.
• Oversee the full contract lifecycle – from tender handover and mobilisation through to completion and client sign‑off.
• Manage project budgets, cost control, forecasting, and commercial performance.
• Ensure full compliance with contractual terms, health and safety regulations, and company quality standards.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, consultants, main contractors and supply chain partners.
• Lead project teams and site staff to achieve performance targets, ensuring effective coordination and communication across all stakeholders.
• Identify risks and opportunities, managing variations, claims and change control processes.
• Provide accurate progress updates and reports to senior management.
• Promote a positive, safety‑focused culture and uphold the company’s values and reputation across all projects.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven track record as a Contracts Manager (or similar senior position) within the façade, cladding or external envelope sector.
• Strong commercial and contractual understanding with experience managing high‑value projects.
• Excellent leadership and team‑management skills with the ability to motivate and coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
• In‑depth technical knowledge of façade systems, including cladding, brick slips, render and EWI.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills with the ability to build credibility at all levels.
• Flexible and willing to travel nationwide as required.
• Full UK driving licence essential.
• Relevant degree or professional qualification (desirable).

What's on Offer

• £55,000 - £65,000 basic salary (depending on experience).
• Company vehicle or car allowance.
• Opportunity to join a leading façade specialist with a strong presence.
• Exposure to major, high‑profile projects within the building envelope sector.
• Supportive working culture with real scope for career development.

Apply

Ready to bring your expertise to the team? Apply today!

Contact Daniel Addison on (phone number removed) or apply with your CV to (url removed).

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation or any other characteristic.