Contracts Manager

Contracts Manager - Office Fit Out

| Hybrid Working | UK-Wide Projects | Temp to Perm Opportunity

Ready to lead high-value commercial office fit-out projects across the UK?

We're recruiting an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee CAT A and CAT B office fit-out projects, delivering high-quality workplace environments from concept through to completion. Starting on a flagship Leeds project, you'll manage multiple schemes across the North West and wider UK, working closely with clients, consultants, design teams and site delivery teams.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an employee-owned business that genuinely promotes from within and offers strong long-term career progression.

The Role

As Contracts Manager, you'll take ownership of projects valued between £1m and £8m, ensuring successful delivery across programme, quality, health & safety and commercial performance.

You'll typically manage up to four live projects simultaneously, overseeing the complete project lifecycle from design development and procurement through to construction and handover.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple office fit-out projects across the UK
• Develop, monitor and drive project programmes using Microsoft Project or similar planning software
• Lead projects from pre-construction through to completion
• Coordinate design teams, subcontractors and consultants to ensure seamless delivery
• Build and maintain strong client relationships throughout the project lifecycle
• Oversee procurement, construction delivery and project performance
• Identify and mitigate project risks
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations and quality standards
• Support Quantity Surveyors with cost control, variations and claims management
• Manage contracts, commercial performance and programme delivery
• Work collaboratively with clients to design and deliver tailored workplace solutions
• Provide leadership and direction to site-based teams

Requirements

Essential

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within office fit-out
• Strong knowledge of CAT A and CAT B commercial office fit-outs
• Experience managing projects valued between £1m and £8m
• Ability to successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent programme management and planning experience
• Strong IT skills and experience using Microsoft Project or equivalent planning software
• Valid CSCS Card (Black or Gold)
• SMSTS
• Full UK Driving Licence

Desirable

• NVQ Level 6 or 7 in Construction Management or similar
• Experience in a Main Contractor or Principal Contractor environment

Candidates with experience delivering commercial workplace projects within a main contractor or principal contractor environment will be highly regarded.