Contracts Manager – Retail Sector Wales & South West England | Full-Time | Hybrid / Site-Based Clarkson Owens Recruitment is working with an established construction organisation seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee the delivery of a portfolio of retail construction projects across the Wales & South East England areas. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially aware, delivery-focused Contracts Manager with experience in retail new builds, refurbishments, fit-outs and fast-track programmes. The successful candidate will take responsibility for projects from pre-construction and mobilisation through to practical completion and handover, working closely with contractors, consultants and key stakeholders. Key Responsibilities * Oversee the successful delivery of multiple retail construction projects. * Manage principal contractors, specialist subcontractors and site management teams. * Monitor project programmes, budgets, quality and health & safety performance. * Coordinate works within live retail environments, minimising disruption to trading operations. * Lead site progress meetings, manage project risks and implement recovery plans where required. * Provide construction input during pre-construction, design development and procurement. * Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations 2015 and relevant construction legislation. * Manage project handovers, commissioning, snagging and defects close-out. * Maintain strong working relationships with clients, consultants and delivery partners. Candidate Requirements * Proven Construction Management experience within retail construction, refurbishment or fit-out. * Experience delivering multiple projects or retail roll-out programmes. * Strong understanding of construction programming, logistics, quality assurance and commercial management. * Experience managing contractors and multidisciplinary project teams. * Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills. * Knowledge of JCT and/or NEC contracts would be advantageous. * Relevant construction qualification, SMSTS and CSCS accreditation desirable. * Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project locations. The Opportunity The position offers the opportunity to play a key role in delivering a varied portfolio of retail capital projects, working within a professional construction management environment. The role will suit an experienced Contracts Manager who enjoys taking ownership of project delivery, managing multiple stakeholders and ensuring projects are completed safely, on programme and to a high standard