Contracts Manager

Posted 14 October 2025
Salary £55k - 60k per year + Car Allowance
LocationManchester
Job type Permanent
Specialism Construction & Property
Reference71545
Expiry 12 November 2025

Job description

️ Contracts Manager - Educational & Commercial Interiors

Location: Greater Manchester, England (UK-wide travel required)

Salary: £50,000-£60,000 + Car Allowance

Type: Full-time | Office based and visiting sites UK Wide

Role Overview

An exciting opportunity has opened for a Contracts Manager to oversee specialist interior fit-out projects across the UK, primarily within the education and commercial sectors. This role involves managing fitted furniture installations such as laboratories. 

Project Scope

Lives Sites: UK Wide

Focus on fitted benching, sinks, and lab furniture

Sectors: Education, Commercial, Healthcare

HVAC/M&E experience is desired but not essential

Candidate Profile

Based in the North West and comfortable with UK-wide travel

Visiting sites UK wide and office based in Greater Manchester

Experience in Education, Healthcare, Warehouse Projects

Able to manage own diary and logistics efficiently

Strong communicator and team player

SMSTS, IOSH, CSCS (Gold, Black or White) Required

Key Responsibilities

Plan and manage project programmes and site activities

Oversee Health & Safety, RAMS, and CDM compliance

Coordinate design and construction phases

Manage subcontractors and specialist trades

Liaise with clients, suppliers, and main contractors

Track progress, control variations, and protect project margins

Ensure quality control, client satisfaction, and successful handovers

️ Interview Process

First stage interview on MS Teams

Final stage interview in the office with the Directors