Emerging Contracts Manager – Fast-Track Training (UK)

Recruitment Helpline; Winnersh; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Travel expenses

Daily food allowance

Health insurance (AXA)

Growth by Sharing bonus scheme

Collaborative culture

Standard pension contributions

Job summary

Oakley Food Projects is seeking a Commercial & Contracts Manager as part of a development programme. You will start by managing smaller fit-out projects and receive mentoring from the Operations Director, with progression to independent project leadership within 6–12 months.

This role emphasises budgeting, procurement, forecasting and commercial decision-making across UK sites, with travel throughout the country and regular office visits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience within construction, fit-out or related industries.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to build relationships with clients and site teams.
• Commercial awareness and an interest in developing financial management skills.
• Willingness to travel throughout the UK.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day delivery of multiple fit-out projects.
• Develop and manage project programmes, schedules, and critical paths.
• Coordinate subcontractors to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Monitor project budgets, valuations, and gross profit performance.
• Provide regular progress updates to clients and company directors.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety requirements and CDM regulations.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, quality, and programme adherence.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Budgeting

Relationship building

Commercial awareness

Job description

Oakley Food Projects is seeking a Commercial & Contracts Manager as part of a development programme. You will start by managing smaller fit-out projects and receive mentoring from the Operations Director, with progression to independent project leadership within 6–12 months.

This role emphasises budgeting, procurement, forecasting and commercial decision-making across UK sites, with travel throughout the country and regular office visits.