Senior Contracts Manager

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

Job summary

A leading contracting company is seeking a Senior Contracts Manager for their Swindon office. In this role, you'll oversee multiple projects, ensuring successful delivery while managing contractors and fostering client relationships. This position requires extensive experience in groundworks contract management and relevant certifications.

Benefits

Company vehicle provided

Opportunity to lead a skilled team

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in groundworks contract management.
• Valid certifications required: SMSTS, First Aid, CSCS.
• Experience in multi-project contract management.

Responsibilities

• Manage numerous projects from pre-construction to completion.
• Oversee project delivery within budget and schedule.
• Develop and implement contract management strategies.

Skills

Commercial Acumen

Project Management

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Scheduling

Education

SMSTS certification

First Aid at Work qualification

CSCS card

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Senior Contracts Manager

Location: Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 04.06.2025

Expiry Date: 19.07.2025

Job Description:

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 team in the Swindon area.

Role Overview:

You will manage multiple ongoing projects from pre-construction 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
• Use Microsoft Project to create and maintain work programmes and project plans
• Develop and implement effective contract management strategies and processes
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and other stakeholders
• Report directly to the Operations Director at Head Office
• Collaborate with Estimators and Quantity Surveyors on budgets and time allowances
• Lead a team including two Contracts Managers and around 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 with proven ability to manage multi-project contracts
• Experience using Microsoft Project for scheduling and planning
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills

Package:

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

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