Contracts Manager

£75,000 per annum, plus bonus and car allowance Full-time, permanent Bicester, Oxfordshire Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm

We are recruiting an experienced Contracts Manager to join a fast-growing construction contractor delivering high-quality fit-out and refurbishment projects across the UK, with values of up to £1.5 million.

The Role

As Contracts Manager, you will take full responsibility for the successful delivery of multiple contracts across Oxfordshire and surrounding areas.

You will manage budgets, programmes, site teams, subcontractors and client relationships, ensuring every project is delivered safely, profitably, on time and to the required quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee assigned contracts from mobilisation through to completion
Manage project budgets, costs, margins and commercial performance
Plan and coordinate labour, materials, subcontractors and resources
Act as the main point of contact for clients
Lead, support and develop site teams and direct reports
Monitor programmes and ensure key deadlines are achieved
Maintain high standards of quality across all projects
Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and company procedures
Provide progress, financial and performance reports
Identify and resolve delays, risks, disputes and operational issues
Support continuous improvement across processes and project delivery

Candidate Requirements

The successful Contracts Manager will have:

Previous experience in a contracts management or senior operational construction role
Experience within fit-out, refurbishment, maintenance or a related sector
Strong commercial awareness and experience managing budgets and margins
Excellent leadership and people-management skills
Sound knowledge of health and safety requirements
Strong client relationship, communication and negotiation skills
The ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities
A full UK driving licence

What Is Offered

This Contracts Manager opportunity includes:

£75,000 annual salary
Performance-related bonus
Car allowance
25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
Pension scheme
CPD and professional development support
Free on-site parking
Employee Assistance Programme
Retail and travel discounts
Clear career progressionThe position is based in Bicester, with regular travel to project sites. Occasional out-of-hours work may be required to meet operational needs.

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