Construction Contracts Manager

Contracts Manager – Main Contractor

Location: Head Office & Sites Across East Anglia

Salary: Competitive + Car Allowance + Benefits

About the Company

We are representing a long-established and highly respected UK main contractor with a reputation for delivering high-quality projects across a range of sectors. The business works with repeat clients and blue-chip organisations, offering stability, progression, and long-term career development for its employees.

The Role

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Contracts Manager to join the leadership team. This role offers the chance to oversee multiple projects, working closely with site teams, clients, and senior management to ensure successful delivery from pre-construction through to completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee multiple projects, ensuring successful delivery on time, within budget, and to the highest quality.
• Act as the key point of contact for clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Prepare and manage construction programmes using ASTA software.
• Control budgets, monitor costs, and manage variations.
• Implement and maintain high Health & Safety standards on all projects.
• Ensure robust quality assurance processes are in place.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate delivery teams and junior staff.
• Provide accurate project progress reports to senior management.
• Support pre-construction and tender activities when required.

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience as a Contracts Manager or in a similar senior project leadership role within construction.
• Strong track record of successfully delivering multiple projects.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and client-facing skills.
• Proficiency with ASTA programming software.
• In-depth knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and best practice.
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to manage budgets and risk.
• Full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Car allowance
• Contributory pension scheme
• Profit-based discretionary bonus
• Private healthcare & life assurance
• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Excellent opportunities for career progression and ongoing training

If you are an experienced Contracts Manager seeking your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV or get in touch for a confidential discussion.