Contracts & Project Delivery Lead

Interaction Recruitment; West of England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

INDTE is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to lead the delivery of allocated projects from pre-construction through to completion. The role focuses on safe, on-time, high-quality outcomes while meeting commercial targets and maintaining strong client and subcontractor relations.

The successful candidate will manage programmes, coordinate labour, subcontractors and materials, oversee costs and change control, and ensure RAMS and HSE documentation are robust.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Contracts Manager or similar project management role.
• Experience managing projects within the construction, fit-out or shopfitting environment.
• Strong knowledge of project programming and delivery.
• Experience managing subcontractors, suppliers and site teams.
• Good commercial awareness and an understanding of cost and margin control.
• Solid understanding of health and safety requirements and construction legislation.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee allocated projects from commencement through to completion.
• Develop and manage project programmes, ensuring key milestones and deadlines are achieved.
• Coordinate direct labour, subcontractors, suppliers, materials and equipment to ensure projects remain on programme.
• Attend pre-start, progress and completion meetings and maintain clear communication with clients and project teams.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients and their representatives.
• Monitor project progress and proactively identify and resolve issues that may affect programme, quality, safety or cost.
• Obtain and manage competitive subcontractor quotations and oversee subcontractor performance.
• Monitor and control project costs, variations and additional works.
• Maintain accurate records and report commercial and programme issues to the Senior Contracts Manager.
• Take responsibility for protecting and improving project profit margins through effective resource and cost management.
• Ensure all projects are managed in accordance with the client’s health and safety policies and relevant legislation.
• Ensure appropriate Health & Safety Plans, RAMS, Construction Phase Plans, Fire Plans, Traffic Management Plans and other required documentation are in place and maintained.
• Conduct site audits and ensure any actions are followed through to completion.
• Maintain a strong focus on quality and achieving a zero-defect handover.
• Support and motivate site-based teams and work collaboratively with colleagues across the business.
• Identify opportunities for improving processes, productivity and methods of working.
• Identify and manage risks throughout the pre-construction, planning and construction phases.
• Provide support to other Contracts Managers and manage projects in the absence of a Site Manager when required.

Skills

Project management

Construction knowledge

Subcontractor management

Client relationship management

Health & safety awareness

Job description

INDTE is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to lead the delivery of allocated projects from pre-construction through to completion. The role focuses on safe, on-time, high-quality outcomes while meeting commercial targets and maintaining strong client and subcontractor relations.

The successful candidate will manage programmes, coordinate labour, subcontractors and materials, oversee costs and change control, and ensure RAMS and HSE documentation are robust.