Contracts Manager – Retail Supermarkets Location: South Wales & South West Salary: £80,000–£100,000 per annum (Permanent) Freelance Rate: £375 per day The Role We are currently recruiting for an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee a portfolio of retail supermarket projects across South Wales and the South West. Working on an established supermarket account, the role will involve managing a variety of projects, including store refits, new-build developments and extensions. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Contracts Manager with a strong retail construction background to join a busy contractor with a consistent pipeline of work. Both permanent and freelance opportunities are available. Key Responsibilities * Oversee multiple supermarket projects across South Wales and the South West. * Manage projects including full store refits, extensions and new-build developments. * Lead and support Site Managers, subcontractors and wider project teams. * Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the required quality standards. * Manage project programmes, budgets, resources and commercial performance. * Maintain strong relationships with the client and key stakeholders. * Monitor health and safety, quality control and compliance across all sites. * Identify and manage project risks, variations and delays. * Attend site visits and client meetings throughout the region. * Oversee project handovers and ensure works are completed to client expectations. Requirements * Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within retail construction, supermarket fit-outs or refurbishment. * Experience delivering supermarket refits, extensions and/or new-build projects. * Strong leadership skills with experience managing multiple sites and Site Managers. * Good commercial awareness and the ability to manage project budgets and programmes. * Excellent client-facing and organisational skills. * Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel throughout South Wales and the South West. Package * Permanent: £80,000–£100,000 per annum, depending on experience. * Freelance: £375 per day. * Ongoing pipeline of work on an established supermarket account. * Varied projects across South Wales and the South West. If you're an experienced Contracts Manager looking for your next opportunity in retail construction, get in touch for a confidential discussion