Contracts Manager

• Candidate required: Contracts Manager
• Job Type: Permanent
• Start date: Immediate
• Industry: Construction Professionals
• Location: Dorset
• Salary & package dependant on experience: £70-£80k per annum plus benefits

The role & about the client:

ITS Construction Professionals South are working with a well-established main contractor who specialise in the delivery of high-quality education, healthcare and commercial projects across the southern region. With a strong pipeline of work secured for 2026, they are now looking to appoint an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee multiple live projects. As Contracts Manager, you will take responsibility for the successful delivery of multiple schemes, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget and to the highest quality and safety standards. You will provide leadership to Project and Site Managers, maintain strong client relationships, and ensure operational excellence across all stages of delivery.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Oversee the delivery of multiple projects (typically £1m - £5m in value)
• Manage and support project teams from pre-construction through to completion
• Ensure compliance with programme, budget and H&S standards
• Attend regular client and progress meetings, representing the business professionally
• Work closely with commercial and design teams to drive best value and efficiency
• Identify and mitigate project risks, maintaining a proactive approach to problem-solving

The ideal candidate will have/be:

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager or Senior Project Manager within a main contracting environment
• Strong background delivering education, healthcare and/or commercial projects
• Excellent leadership, communication and client management skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualifications

How to apply:

Please send an up-to-date CV in strict confidence

Equal Opportunities:

The ITS Group is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. You and any job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We welcome all applicants and are committed to an inclusive environment for all.