Contracts Manager

Waites Recruitment Consultancy are seeking a construction contracts manager on a full time basis for a client based in Huntingdon, fantastic opportunity.

Job Title

Fit-Out Contracts Manager

Reports To

Operations Director / Commercial Director

Location

Ellington, Huntingdon

Job Type

Full-time

Role Overview

The Fit-Out Contracts Manager is responsible for planning, managing, and delivering multiple commercial fit-out and refurbishment projects from pre-construction through to completion. The role involves overseeing project teams, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards while maintaining strong client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

Manage multiple fit-out projects simultaneously, ensuring successful delivery from award through to handover.

Lead project teams, including Site Managers, Project Managers, subcontractors, and suppliers.

Develop and monitor project programmes, budgets, and resource allocations.

Ensure projects comply with contractual obligations, specifications, and company standards.

Monitor project costs, variations, procurement, and financial performance.

Review and negotiate subcontractor packages where required.

Identify and manage project risks, implementing mitigation strategies.

Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, quality, and health & safety compliance.

Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, environmental, and quality regulations.

Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.

Resolve technical, contractual, and operational issues promptly.

Support business development by identifying opportunities for repeat business and referrals.

Prepare and present project reports, forecasts, and performance updates to senior management.

Manage project close-out, snagging, commissioning, and final account processes.

Key Skills and Experience

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager/Project Manager within commercial fit-out, interiors, or refurbishment.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts (JCT, NEC, or similar).
• Experience managing projects ranging from 150k to 2m+.
• Excellent commercial awareness and financial management skills.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and building regulations.
• Excellent leadership and people management abilities.
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management software.
• Full UK driving licence.

• Strong organisational and planning skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Commercially minded with strong decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Professional and client-focused
• Projects delivered on time.

• Projects delivered within budget.
• Client satisfaction and repeat business.
• Health & Safety compliance.
• Programme adherence.
• Successful management of variations and final accounts.

Working Conditions

Office and on site.

Regular travel to project sites.

Occasional evening or weekend work to meet project deadlines may be required.

Salary & Benefits

Competitive salary (dependent on experience).

Company car or car allowance negotiable

Annual leave plus bank holidays.