Public Sector Contracts Lead — Hybrid, Travel & Impact

Morris and Spottiswood; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Pension scheme

BUPA healthcare cover

Job summary

Morris & Spottiswood is seeking a Contracts Manager to lead the delivery of public sector projects from either Leeds or Warrington, with a hybrid working model. You will coordinate site teams, manage client relationships and ensure safety, quality and programme compliance across multiple contracts.

The role requires proven leadership, budget control and strong communication skills to drive projects from tender to closure while maintaining high standards of safety and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid CSCS Management Card
• SMSTS certification
• First Aid certification
• Be fully IT literate, with advanced proficiency in Word and Excel
• Hold a full UK driving licence
• Be flexible in working hours and willing to work from either office or site as required

Responsibilities

• Managing the end-to-end delivery of projects within the public sector, ensuring safety, programme, quality and commercial objectives are met
• Acting as a key point of contact for clients, maintaining strong working relationships and ensuring clear and effective communication throughout each project lifecycle
• Leading and coordinating project teams, including site managers and subcontractors, while supporting the development and performance of operational staff
• Working closely with the Commercial team to manage contract finances, budgets and cost controls
• Overseeing procurement strategies, subcontractor management and materials planning in conjunction with the Procurement department
• Ensuring full compliance with all Health & Safety legislation and Morris & Spottiswood's internal H&S Management Systems
• Planning, programming and phasing works at tender stage and project outset using Asta Powerproject or MS Project, and presenting programmes clearly to clients and stakeholders
• Managing and chairing client, subcontractor and internal team meetings effectively, delegating appropriately and ensuring timely decision-making

Job description

Morris & Spottiswood is seeking a Contracts Manager to lead the delivery of public sector projects from either Leeds or Warrington, with a hybrid working model. You will coordinate site teams, manage client relationships and ensure safety, quality and programme compliance across multiple contracts.

The role requires proven leadership, budget control and strong communication skills to drive projects from tender to closure while maintaining high standards of safety and client satisfaction.