Contracts Manager Small Works

Thorn Baker Construction; Worcester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established construction contractor in the UK is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee multiple small works and refurbishment projects. You will manage project lifecycles from tender to handover while ensuring quality and safety standards are met. The role offers competitive salary, car allowance, and excellent benefits. If you have a proven background in managing similar schemes and strong organizational skills, we want to hear from you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car allowance

Excellent benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven background as a Contracts Manager or Senior Site Manager on small works or refurbishment schemes.
• Experience delivering fast-track commercial, education, or healthcare projects.
• SMSTS, First Aid, and relevant construction management qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple small works and refurbishment projects concurrently.
• Manage site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to meet programme and budget requirements.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality standards.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Project management

Client relations

Education

Relevant construction management qualifications (NVQ Level 6 desirable)

Job description

Are you an experienced Contracts Manager looking to take ownership of multiple small works and refurbishment projects across the Midlands? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established, forward-thinking main contractor renowned for delivering high-quality projects across the commercial, education, healthcare, and public sectors.

The Role

You'll be responsible for managing several small works projects (typically up to GBP2m in value), ensuring they're delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards of quality. Working closely with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams, you'll oversee the full project lifecycle - from tender to handover.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple small works and refurbishment projects concurrently.
• Manage site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to meet programme and budget requirements.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality standards.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring repeat business.
• Contribute to tendering, cost control, and project reporting.

About You

• Proven background as a Contracts Manager or Senior Site Manager on small works or refurbishment schemes.
• Experience delivering fast-track commercial, education, or healthcare projects.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• SMSTS, First Aid, and relevant construction management qualifications (NVQ Level 6 desirable).
• A proactive approach and the ability to manage multiple projects at once.

Why Apply?

• Join a collaborative, people-first contractor with a strong regional presence.
• Opportunity to manage varied, rewarding projects with real autonomy.
• Competitive salary, car allowance, and excellent benefits package.

If you're ready to take the next step in your management career and want to be part of a supportive, progressive construction team, we'd love to hear from you. Call Rhian on (phone number removed)