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Contracts Manager
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Salary: £50000 - £55000 per annum
Type: Full Time
Region: UK - West Midlands
Town/City: Walsall, West Midlands
Posted: 09/07/2026
Listed in: Contracts Manager
Reference: CMLAW_1783611773
Job Description
Contracts Manager
An established and highly respected sub-contractor is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to join its senior operational team. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality refurbishment, planned maintenance, fit-out, and construction projects, the business continues to secure repeat work across Healthcare, Education, Commercial, Public Sector, Local Authority, Blue Light Services, Industrial, Office, and Specialist Refurbishment and is looking to strengthen its leadership team to support continued growth.
Position: Contracts Manager
Location: Walsall (regional projects)
Salary: Temp - £300.00 per day/ permanent £55,000 per annum + package
Contract Type: Long term temporary or permanent contract
Start date: Immediately available
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The Role
Reporting directly to the Director, the Contracts Manager will take full responsibility for the operational delivery of numerous live projects, ensuring each scheme is delivered in accordance with programme, budget, quality expectations, and contractual obligations. You will provide leadership to Site Managers, Project Managers, and supply chain partners, creating a culture focused on safety, collaboration, quality, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Take overall responsibility for the successful delivery of multiple construction projects.
- Monitor project progress against programme and implement recovery strategies where required.
- Ensure appropriate labour, plant, materials, and subcontract resources are effectively allocated.
- Develop and maintain long-term relationships with clients, consultants, and key stakeholders.
- Attend client progress meetings and represent the business professionally.
- Monitor project budgets, cash flow, and financial performance.
- Review valuations, variations, forecasts, and cost reports.
- Identify risks to programme delivery and implement corrective actions.
- Ensure full compliance with CDM Regulations, Health & Safety legislation, and company management systems.
- Undertake regular site inspections and safety audits.
- Ensure quality assurance procedures are implemented throughout construction.
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Candidate Profile
- Previous experience as a Contracts Manager, Project Manager, or Operations Manager within the construction industry.
- Proven experience delivering refurbishment, fit-out, planned maintenance, or construction projects.
- Strong understanding of construction methodologies and project delivery.
- CSCS Card (black/ white)
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- First Aid at Work.
- Asbestos Awareness.
How To Apply
If you are interested in working for this established company, please apply with your updated CV.
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