Contracts Manager

Salary: Circa £45,000 per annum + Vehicle Allowance 

Location: Chester with projects across the North West, North Wales, Wrexham & Wirral
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

 

The Opportunity

An established construction business is looking to appoint an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee multiple live projects across the region. This is a key leadership role, suited to someone who is confident managing projects from pre-start through to handover, while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and client satisfaction.

You will play a central part in coordinating teams, managing subcontractors, and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within agreed commercial parameters.

 

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-End Contract Management
  
  Overseeing multiple construction contracts from mobilisation to completion, including new build and refurbishment works.
• Project Coordination
  
  Working closely with Project Managers and site teams to ensure programmes are met and delivery standards are maintained.
• Commercial Oversight
  
  Monitoring contract performance, overseeing budgets, approving variations and managing cost control throughout each project.
• Client & Stakeholder Liaison
  
  Acting as a senior point of contact for clients, consultants, and internal teams, helping to build long-term working relationships.
• Health, Safety & Compliance
  
  Ensuring all projects are delivered in line with current H&S legislation, contractual obligations, and industry best practice.
• Contract Administration
  
  Managing changes, extensions of time, and contractual correspondence where required.
  
   

About You

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Proven experience operating as a Contracts Manager within the construction sector
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to manage multiple site teams and subcontractors
• Excellent organisational and communication skills, with a solution-focused approach
• Sound understanding of construction contracts, regulations, and compliance requirements
• Strong IT capability, particularly with Microsoft Word and Excel
• SMSTS and CSCS qualifications (or equivalent) are highly desirable
• A full UK driving licence is essential

What’s on Offer

• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
• Company pension scheme
• Long-term, stable opportunity within a growing and well-supported business
• Regional projects – no extensive national travel