Contracts Manager

  • LJ Recruitment
  • Ipswich, Suffolk
  • 17/01/2026
Full time Construction Management QA-Quality Control Architect and Design

Job Description

Contract Manager - Precast Concrete (Full-Time, UK-Wide Projects)
Based in Ipswich, Suffolk

Are you a driven Contract Manager with a passion for delivering complex construction projects safely, on time and on budget? We're looking for a motivated professional to take ownership of precast concrete contracts across multiple sites throughout the UK.

This is a hands-on role where you'll be at the heart of project delivery from early planning and site visits through to installation, commercial control and final handover.

What You'll Be Doing

Contract & Commercial Management

  • Support commercial teams in managing contracts and subcontracts
  • Track costs, budgets and forecasts
  • Prepare variations, claims and extensions of time
  • Run installation diaries and coordinate with site and flooring teams
  • Attend site meetings and deliver toolbox talks

Project Coordination

  • Plan and coordinate design, production, delivery and installation
  • Carry out site visits to assess access, cranes and lifting requirements
  • Take pre-install measurements and post-install checks
  • Receive and manage site deliveries

Quality, Health & Safety

  • Produce and issue RAMS in line with H&S legislation
  • Carry out site audits and enforce quality and safety standards
  • Manage internal and client QA processes

Reporting & Documentation

  • Prepare progress and financial reports
  • Maintain full contract documentation
  • Report project performance to senior management

What We're Looking For

  • Experience in precast concrete or construction contract management
  • Strong understanding of design, production and erection processes
  • CPCS and SSSTS/SMSTS certified
  • Confident with contract negotiation, cost control and delivery
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and project management tools
  • A proactive, organised and safety-focused mindset

What's In It for You?

  • Company Car
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Assurance
  • Pension Scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Real opportunities to grow your career in a thriving construction environment

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and manage exciting UK-wide projects, we'd love to hear from you.