Job Details

An established and highly regarded regional main contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Contracts Manager to join its growing construction team in Hampshire.

The business has built an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality construction projects across the South of England, working with both private and public sector clients.

Their portfolio includes a diverse range of new-build, refurbishment, extension and conversion projects across the commercial, education, healthcare, high-end residential, leisure, hospitality and industrial sectors, with project values ranging from smaller specialist schemes through to multimillion-pound developments.

Projects are delivered through both traditional and Design & Build contracts, with a strong emphasis on quality, client relationships and successful project delivery.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Contracts Manager to join a well-established, independently owned contractor with a varied project portfolio and a collaborative working environment.

Contracts Manager | The Role

As Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the successful delivery of construction projects, working closely with Site Managers, Quantity Surveyors, subcontractors and the wider management team.

You will take responsibility for ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the required quality standards, while maintaining strong relationships with clients and consultants.

Key Responsibilities:

• Overseeing the successful delivery of construction projects from pre-construction through to completion.

• Managing and supporting Site Managers and project delivery teams.

• Monitoring project programmes, progress, quality and health and safety.

• Working closely with commercial teams to maintain financial control and project profitability.

• Coordinating subcontractors, suppliers and procurement requirements.

• Attending client, consultant and progress meetings.

• Identifying and resolving operational issues to maintain programme and quality.

• Supporting pre-construction planning, construction methodologies and project mobilisation.

• Ensuring compliance with contractual requirements, company procedures and health and safety standards.

• Maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring successful project handovers.

Contracts Manager | About You

The ideal candidate will have previous experience working as a Contracts Manager or an experienced Project Manager looking to progress within a regional main contracting environment.

Ideally, you will have:

• Previous experience managing construction projects for a main contractor.

• A strong background in new-build, refurbishment or Design & Build projects.

• Experience delivering projects across commercial, education, healthcare, residential or similar sectors.

• The ability to oversee project delivery teams and coordinate multiple aspects of construction operations.

• Strong technical knowledge of construction methods, programming and project delivery.

• Good commercial awareness and an understanding of construction contracts.

• Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills.

• Experience managing client relationships and working closely with consultants.

• Relevant construction qualifications, with SMSTS and appropriate CSCS certification advantageous.

Candidates currently working as Project Managers or Senior Project Managers with the right experience and looking to take the next step in their career will also be considered.

Contracts Manager | What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.

• Benefits package to be confirmed.

• Opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of construction projects.

• Established regional main contractor with a strong reputation.

• Supportive and collaborative management team.

• Long-term career development and progression opportunities.

• Opportunity to play an important role in the successful delivery of projects across the South of England.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced construction professional looking to join a respected regional contractor delivering a broad range of interesting projects.

Please click apply or contact Alex Haynes at One Way on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.