Contracts Manager (Steelworks / Fabrication) in PE1

Energy Jobline ZR; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Peterborough seeks an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee projects in steelworks and fabrication. This role involves managing projects from tender to completion, ensuring budget control, and preparing tenders and contracts. The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of steelworks, is proficient in technical drawing interpretation, and has previous project management experience. A competitive salary and benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Free parking

Health & wellbeing programme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Contracts Manager / Project Manager role in steelworks, fabrication, or construction.
• Proficient in reading technical drawings and pricing materials.
• Strong knowledge of steelworks and fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from tender through to completion.
• Attend client, design, and pre‑contract meetings.
• Prepare and review tenders, contracts, and cost reports.
• Produce client proposals and maintain accurate project documentation.
• Control budgets, schedules, and scope changes.
• Oversee site operations, subcontractors, and plant logistics.

Skills

Project management

Technical drawing interpretation

Steelworks and fabrication knowledge

Job description

Contracts Manager (Steelworks / Fabrication)

Location: Peterborough
Salary: £56,000 - £64,000 plus progression and enhanced holiday package. Benefits include company vehicle, free parking, health & wellbeing programme.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from tender through to completion.
• Attend client, design and pre‑contract meetings.
• Prepare and review tenders, contracts and cost reports.
• Produce client proposals and maintain accurate project documentation.
• Control budgets, schedules and scope changes.
• Oversee site operations, subcontractors and plant logistics.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Contracts Manager / Project Manager position within steelworks, fabrication or construction.
• Proficient in reading technical drawings and pricing materials.
• Strong knowledge of steelworks and fabrication.

Reference Number: BBBH22193

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

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