Contracts Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Contracts Manager to join a well-established, privately owned Main Contractor based in Leicestershire.

Operating across the healthcare, commercial and education sectors, the business delivers a diverse range of construction projects valued between £50,000 and £6.5 million, including both Design & Build and traditionally procured schemes.

With a strong reputation in the specialist medical imaging sector, the company works with NHS Trusts, private healthcare providers and leading medical equipment suppliers throughout the UK.

Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, the business is looking to appoint a proactive and experienced Contracts Manager to join its close-knit team.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on varied and technically interesting projects within a stable, growing business offering long-term career prospects.

The Role

As Contracts Manager, you will take responsibility for the successful delivery of multiple construction projects, typically overseeing 3-4 projects simultaneously.

You will manage projects from pre-construction through to completion, ensuring they are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

The role will be predominantly office-based in Leicestershire, with regular travel to project sites across the UK, typically 2-3 days per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of multiple construction projects valued up to £6.5 million.
• Manage and support site management teams, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.
• Develop and monitor construction programmes using Microsoft Project.
• Coordinate procurement, material requirements and subcontractor activities.
• Chair project and design team meetings, monitoring actions and progress.
• Work closely with Quantity Surveyors to manage variations and commercial matters.
• Review design information, identify potential issues and coordinate solutions.
• Oversee health and safety documentation, including RAMS and Construction Phase Health & Safety Plans.
• Conduct regular site visits, quality inspections and progress reviews.
• Produce contractor reports and attend client and project progress meetings.
• Support and mentor junior members of the project management team.

About You

We are looking for a confident, organised and commercially aware Contracts Manager with a proven track record of delivering projects for a Main Contractor.

Essential Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a Contracts Manager position.
• Proven Main Contractor experience delivering projects up to £6.5 million.
• Relevant construction or engineering qualification, such as a degree, BSc Construction Management or NVQ Level 6.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Previous experience working within live or operational environments.
• Strong understanding of CDM Regulations and construction health and safety.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Ability to successfully complete an Enhanced DBS check.

Desirable Experience:

• Healthcare, NHS or medical imaging construction projects.
• Strong mechanical and electrical (M&E) knowledge.
• SMSTS certification.
• NEBOSH or IOSH qualification.
• First Aid and Asbestos Awareness training.

What's on Offer?

• £55,000 - £65,000 salary, depending on experience.
• Company car or car allowance.
• Company laptop and mobile phone.
• Pension scheme.
• Eyecare scheme.
• Long service awards.
• Secure pipeline of projects across specialist construction sectors.
• Opportunity to work on diverse, technically challenging projects.
• Supportive, close-knit team environment.
• Genuine opportunities for long-term career development and progression.

Interested?

If you're an experienced Contracts Manager looking for a new challenge with an established and growing Main Contractor, we'd be keen to hear from you.