Contracts Manager in Swindon, Wiltshire

Energy Jobline CVL; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional growth support

Company car or allowance

Discretionary annual bonus

Health cash plan

Life insurance

25 days annual leave

Job summary

Energy Jobline CVL is seeking a commercially strong Contracts Manager in construction to lead remediation bid management, negotiate contracts, and ensure delivery on UK site and office projects. The role emphasizes client liaison, value seeking, and managing contracts from bid to completion.

You will interface with clients, project managers, and legal teams, overseeing procurement, risk, and compliance while supporting growth initiatives and multi-site coordination.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in contract management with refurbishment projects (£1m–£20m).
• Strong client-facing skills and ability to manage client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead remediation bid management efforts and oversee bid preparation.
• Handle contract negotiation and administration for projects.
• Ensure projects meet technical and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with external partners to ensure smooth project execution.
• Drive business opportunities and manage bids throughout the lifecycle.

Skills

Contract management

Bid management

Negotiation

Client-facing

Leadership

Planning & budgeting

Job description

Contracts Manager, Construction

Location;

This position will involve working from home (WFH) typically two days per week and dropping in as required at our client’s offices and site locations, which are in the Southern part of the UK and occasionally London. Access to the M4 corridor would be especiallty relevant. Trips further afield in the UK may occasionally occur. A quality car or car allowance forms part of the package.

Company;

This established and quality driven client is a leading developer, builder and manager of residential developments, with a successful long history. Their operating arm manages an extensive portfolio of units.

This position focusses on their Remediation Contracts which is an important business stream.

This is a chance to grow your career in a high quality, fast-paced, innovative environment with a fantastic team of people who will value your professional expertise.

Position;

We are looking for a commercially strong construction contracts manager and negotiator with solid technical understanding. An ability to liaise with clients, build relationships, pragmatically and intelligently negotiate and seek value and commercial success are the most important things in this role.

You will lead remediation bid management efforts, overseeing the preparation of bids. We are looking for someone commercially strong who is a professional deal-maker.

You will handle contract negotiation and administration, ensure construction projects meet technical and regulatory standards, and collaborate with external partners to ensure smooth project execution.

You should have;

• Proven experience in contract management with a focus on refurbishment projects ranging from £1m to £20m (preferably accommodation projects such as hotels, but this is not essential if your senior level skills are applicable).
• Strong client-facing skills, with a proven ability to manage client relationships.
• Experience in bid management, programme and resource planning.
• Knowledge of contract administration, drafting, negotiation, and management of contracts.
• Knowledge of construction industry standards, budgeting, and contract law.
• Leadership capabilities, with experience managing and developing a contract management team. Strong client-facing skills
• A stable and clear career history on UK Projects

The Contracts Manager plays a pivotal role in negotiating, drafting, reviewing, and managing business contracts, ensuring that terms and conditions are beneficial for the company.

This role involves working closely with clients, project managers, and legal teams

The Contracts Manager is also responsible for driving business opportunities, managing bids, and overseeing the administration of contracts throughout the project life cycle

This role is a key position in the business and combines strategic client engagement, project leadership, and contract management with an impressive, established , friendly and professional company where your expertise will be valued.

Package;

• Professional Growth: Individual support for your career advancement.
• High Quality Company car or equivalent allowance
• Discretionary annual bonus, health cash plan, life insurance, and more.
• 25 days of annual leave (increasing), agile working arrangements, discounted gym memberships.
• Benefits: Exclusive shopping discounts, and a contributory pension scheme