Senior Contracts Manager

JR United Kingdom; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multi-discipline contracting company in the Shrewsbury area is seeking a Senior Contracts Manager to oversee multiple projects, focusing on budget compliance and timely delivery. The role involves team leadership, client relationships, and strategic development, ideal for candidates with extensive groundworks management experience.

Benefits

Company vehicle provided

Opportunity to lead a skilled team

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in groundworks contract management.
• Experience managing multi-project contracts.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Project.

Responsibilities

• Manage numerous projects from pre-construction to completion.
• Oversee directly employed labour and subcontractors.
• Develop and implement contract management strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Commercial Acumen

Project Management

Education

Valid SMSTS certification

Current First Aid at Work qualification

Valid CSCS card

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Senior Contracts Manager

Location: Shrewsbury Area

Type: Permanent / Full-Time

A well-established, multi-discipline contracting company specializing in Building Repairs & Refurbishment, Groundworks & Minor Civils, Landscape Management, and Electrical Engineering is seeking an experienced Senior Contracts Manager to join their growing team in the Shrewsbury area.

Role Overview:

You will manage multiple ongoing projects from pre-construction through to completion, ensuring delivery within budget and time constraints. This senior role involves managing both directly employed labour and subcontractors, developing contract management strategies, and building strong relationships with clients and suppliers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage numerous projects from pre-construction to completion
• Oversee directly employed labour and subcontractors to ensure timely, budget-compliant project delivery
• Create and maintain work programmes and project plans using Microsoft Project
• Develop and implement effective contract management strategies and processes
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and stakeholders
• Report to the Operations Director at Head Office
• Collaborate with Estimators and Quantity Surveyors on budgets and schedules
• Lead a team including two Contracts Managers and approximately 10 operatives

Candidate Requirements:

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in groundworks contract management (essential)
• Valid SMSTS certification
• Current First Aid at Work qualification
• Valid CSCS card
• Strong commercial acumen and experience managing multi-project contracts
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project for scheduling and planning
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills

Package:

• Salary: £60,000 - £70,000, depending on experience
• Company vehicle provided
• Opportunity to lead a skilled team within a dynamic and growing business

If you are a motivated Senior Contracts Manager with the necessary groundworks experience and certifications, and want to join a reputable company committed to quality and growth, please apply now by sending your CV to [emailprotected].