Junior Contracts Manager

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd.; Leatherhead; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Junior Contracts Manager in Leatherhead to join a growing family-run construction business specialising in insurance reinstatement and repair works. The role oversees projects across domestic and commercial properties, from refurbishment to structural repairs, with training and progression into a Contracts Manager role.

The ideal candidate has construction experience and a willingness to learn; full UK driving licence is required, with opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in construction, site or contracts management.
• Ability to coordinate subcontractors and site teams.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Willingness to learn and develop into a Contracts Manager role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple insurance repair and reinstatement projects
• Monitor projects from commencement through to completion
• Coordinate site teams and subcontractors
• Carry out site visits to assess quality and progress
• Ensure works are delivered to the required standards
• Identify and resolve issues throughout the project lifecycle
• Liaise with clients, contractors and subcontractors
• Support projects involving flooding, water ingress, fire and subsidence repairs
• Work across refurbishment, decorating, kitchens, bathrooms and structural repair projects
• Work closely with the wider team to ensure projects are delivered effectively

Skills

Construction experience

Site management

Project management

Contracts management

Coordinating subcontractors

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Commercial awareness

Driving licence

Willingness to learn

Job description

Job Title: Junior Contracts Manager

Salary: £35,000 - £45,000

Location: Leatherhead

Job Overview

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Junior Contracts Manager to join a growing, family-run construction business specialising in insurance reinstatement and repair works. The company delivers projects across both domestic and commercial properties, covering repairs following flooding, water ingress, fire damage and subsidence. Projects range from general refurbishment and decorating through to structural repairs. This role would suit someone with existing construction experience who is looking to develop their career within Contracts Management. The business is open to candidates from a junior or developing background and will provide training and support to help the successful candidate progress.

Job Requirements

• Previous experience within construction, site management, project management or contracts management
• Good general construction knowledge
• Experience coordinating subcontractors and site teams
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and changing priorities
• Good problem-solving and decision‑making skills
• Confident assessing the quality and progress of works
• Commercial awareness advantageous
• Full UK driving licence
• Willingness to learn and develop into a Contracts Manager role

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £35,000 - £45,000
• Permanent, full‑time position
• Training and development into a Contracts Manager role
• Varied portfolio of domestic and commercial projects
• Opportunity to work within an established and growing family‑run business
• Long‑term career progression opportunities
• Supportive working environment

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple insurance repair and reinstatement projects
• Monitor projects from commencement through to completion
• Coordinate site teams and subcontractors
• Carry out site visits to assess quality and progress
• Ensure works are delivered to the required standards
• Identify and resolve issues throughout the project lifecycle
• Liaise with clients, contractors and subcontractors
• Support projects involving flooding, water ingress, fire and subsidence repairs
• Work across refurbishment, decorating, kitchens, bathrooms and structural repair projects
• Work closely with the wider team to ensure projects are delivered effectively