Contracts Manager

Job Profile for Contracts Manager - DM45565

Position: Contracts Manager
Location: Kegworth, Leicestershire (office-based with regional site travel)
Salary: 65,000 - 75,000 (DOE)

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Contracts Manager to join a growing contractor delivering residential and social housing projects across the Midlands and surrounding regions.

Due to a strong pipeline of secured work, the business is seeking a commercially astute Contracts Manager to oversee approximately three live projects at any one time, each at varying stages of delivery. This is a key senior role offering autonomy, long-term stability, and the chance to play a pivotal part in the successful delivery of high-quality housing schemes.

Contracts Manager - Job Overview

The Contracts Manager will take responsibility for the commercial and contractual control of multiple residential and social housing projects, ensuring delivery in line with programme, budget, and contractual obligations.

Key duties include:
Managing around 3 live projects concurrently across different stages of delivery
Acting as the contractual and commercial lead on residential and social housing schemes
Reviewing contracts, scopes, programmes and risk registers pre-start and throughout delivery
Overseeing subcontract procurement, package reviews and commercial negotiations
Managing variations, EOTs, delay notices and compensation events
Monitoring cost-to-complete, margin performance and project profitability
Producing regular commercial and progress reports for senior management
Acting as the main escalation point for contractual and commercial issues
Supporting site and project teams to ensure robust commercial governance
Liaising closely with clients, consultants and internal stakeholders

Contracts Manager - Job Requirements

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager or Senior Commercial Manager within residential or social housing construction
  Strong knowledge of JCT / NEC contracts and construction contract administration
  Demonstrable experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
  Background in residential, affordable housing or social housing projects advantageous
  Strong commercial awareness and financial control capability
  Confident managing subcontract packages, variations and final accounts
  Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  Strong IT and reporting skills
  Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regionally

Contracts Manager - Salary & Benefits

• Salary: 65,000 - 75,000 per annum (DOE)
  Performance-based bonus scheme
  Company vehicle or car allowance
  Private medical insurance & life assurance
  30 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays
  Additional holidays & long service awards
  Pension scheme
  Hybrid working available
  Opportunities for career growth, training and professional development support
  Support for professional memberships
  Social and team building events
  Permanent, full-time position

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