Contracts Manager - Residential Construction Lead (South West)

Walker & Sloan Ltd | Certified B Corp; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Car Allowance

Excellent Benefits

Job summary

A reputable regional contractor in the South West is seeking a Contracts Manager to oversee multiple housing projects. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in managing residential schemes and strong leadership skills. You will be responsible for project oversight, ensuring quality, safety, and timely delivery. Attractive salary package of £70,000 – £80,000 along with excellent benefits including 26 days annual leave.

Qualifications

• Proven background working for a main contractor — not Tier 1.
• Experience managing multiple residential or mixed-use schemes.
• Excellent knowledge of commercial, contractual, and operational project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple housing and refurbishment projects across the South West.
• Manage project programmes, ensuring consistent delivery and build quality.
• Lead and support Site Managers and project delivery teams.
• Conduct regular site visits, ensuring compliance, safety, and performance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Problem-solving

Job description

A reputable regional contractor in the South West is seeking a Contracts Manager to oversee multiple housing projects. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in managing residential schemes and strong leadership skills. You will be responsible for project oversight, ensuring quality, safety, and timely delivery. Attractive salary package of £70,000 – £80,000 along with excellent benefits including 26 days annual leave.