Senior Contracts Manager

Adore Recruitment; Basildon; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking an experienced Senior Contracts Manager in Basildon, UK. The successful candidate will oversee multiple construction projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget. Key responsibilities include managing project teams, budgets, and relationships with clients and subcontractors. Candidates should possess at least 5 years of construction management experience, along with relevant qualifications. Competitive salary and benefits are on offer, including a company car or allowance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company Van or Car Allowance

Pension scheme

Career development and training

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in construction management.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines under pressure.
• Experience working with a principal contractor.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple construction projects from start to finish.
• Support and mentor Site Managers through site visits.
• Manage project budgets and ensure profitability.
• Procure and manage sub-contractors, plant, and materials.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and design teams.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety standards.

Skills

Construction management

Negotiation

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

NVQ Level 5 (or equivalent)

SMSTS certification

CSCS Black Card (or equivalent)

Job description

Are you an experienced Contracts Manager ready for your next big challenge? Do you excel in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same? If so, we want to hear from you!

Our client is a well-established and rapidly growing main contractor construction business delivering high-quality refurbishment and construction projects across London and the South-East. With a reputation for excellence, they operate across commercial, industrial, health, and education sectors, managing projects ranging from GBP10,000 to GBP3,000,000.

Your Role

As Senior Contracts Manager, you'll be central to the success of every project. You'll ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. Key responsibilities include:

• Overseeing multiple construction projects from start to finish.
• Supporting and mentoring Site Managers through regular site visits and guidance.
• Managing project budgets, tracking variations, and ensuring profitability.
• Procuring and managing sub-contractors, plant, and materials.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, design teams, and contract administrators.
• Ensuring full compliance with health & safety standards.

Who We're Looking For

You will be a driven and experienced Contracts Manager who:

• Has 5+ years of experience in construction management.
• Can confidently juggle multiple projects and deadlines under pressure.
• Possesses strong negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Has experience working with a principal contractor.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 5 (or equivalent)
• SMSTS certification
• CSCS Black Card (or equivalent)

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary reflective of your experience.
• Company Van or Car Allowance
• Pension scheme
• Career development and training - grow and evolve in your role.

If you're a proactive, experienced Contracts Manager ready to make an impact and drive success in a thriving business, apply today and take your career to the next level!