Contract Manager jobs in United Kingdom

Job Title: Project Manager / Contracts Manager
Location: Wakefield-based with Nationwide travel
Salary: GBP50,000 per annum
Package:

• Company vehicle & fuel card or GBP5,000 car allowance + mileage

• Bonus Scheme: Minimum GBP10,000 individual bonus + GBP5,000 team bonus (Top performers have earned up to GBP25,000+ in bonuses)

• Pension & standard company benefits

A well-established and growing main contractor, turning over GBP22 million annually, delivering fast-track refurbishments and fit-outs across the hospitality sector. Projects typically range up to GBP350k in value and include pubs, hotels, and restaurants.

We are seeking a hands-on Project Manager / Contracts Manager (PM/CM) to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will take full responsibility for multiple refurbishment and fit-out projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, on budget, and to a high standard.

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, from mobilisation through to completion

• Full responsibility for delivering jobs: programming, site coordination, subcontractor management, H&S, cost control, and client liaison

• Run project accounts throughout lifecycle, including final accounts

• Pricing of selected tenders (not a primary responsibility)

• Ensure compliance with company health & safety standards and statutory obligations

• Proven experience in managing fast-track fit-out or refurbishment projects (ideally around the GBP350k mark)

• Sector experience in pubs, restaurants, or hotels is advantageous but not essential

• Strong commercial awareness and ability to manage final accounts

• Able to work independently and take ownership of projects

• Excellent communication and organisational skills

• Full UK driving licence