Contracts Manager

Atkins Search · Sheffield, Yorkshire

Contracts Manager at Atkins Search, based in Sheffield, Yorkshire, paying £65,000 - £75,000 per annum. This is a contract role.

Salary
£65,000 - £75,000 per annum
Location
Sheffield, Yorkshire
Contract
Contract
Posted
1 month ago
Closes
12 Sep 2026

Reference 0fb0b6fd7f70da8cd891092a7704915fe4ba9288

About the role

Overview



Atkins Search are recruiting for a Contracts Manager role to join an established, family run main contractor based in Sheffield who have been in operation for over 30 years so have decades of experience running successful projects throughout the UK.



Client



Our client is a very successful main contractors based in Sheffield, delivering varied projects from Motor Retail, Industrial, Commercial, Retail with values of up to circa £10m. Due to an increase in workload, there is an opportunity for an experienced Contracts Manager to join the team.



Privately owned, successful and local main contractor
National coverage
Collaborative, team-oriented culture
Long term relationships with customers resulting in repeat business


Role



Operating as the Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for multiple projects in the business with values of circa £5m. As the Contracts Manager, you will be supported by site delivery team to ensure quality and progress is maintained throughout delivery.



As the Contracts Manager, you will manage anywhere between 1-2 larger scale projects throughout the UK, which will be a mix of new build and extension schemes. You will also be involved in the Planning aspects of the projects.



Responsibilities



Provide sound advice, guidance and support to the project team throughout pre-construction and construction phases.
Manage multiple Projects concurrently with a hands-on and positive approach Plan and coordinate the project programme
Manage JCT Contracts and handle changes/claims
Control costs, budgets, and payments
Oversee site progress, quality, and subcontractors
Communicate with clients and stakeholders
Manage risks and resolve issues






Person



The ideal candidate for the Contracts Manager job will have a proven track record as a Contracts Manager in a construction main contracting environment, delivering similar projects. You will also need to be proactive, positive and confident communicating at all levels and able to work as part of a team.  



Strong Communication skills.
Person management/Delegation skills.
Experience delivering a mixture of projects including new build & Extensions with values of circa £5m to £15m
A methodical, professional, and collaborative approach
Ability to organise your workload
Ability to create a positive and organised site
SMSTS, CSCS, First Aid, Temporary works
Knowledge of contract conditions and law within the industry
Sound commercial awareness with a commitment to health & safety and risk management


Renumeration.



You will have a forum to build an established career, surrounded by like minded individuals.



Salary between 65k-75k
Company Car or Car Allowance up to £6,500 per annum
Annual Bonus
Excellent working environment
Variety of projects, overseeing multiple projects


Atkins Search acts as an employment agency for the Built Environment including but not limited to Construction, Consultancy, Residential and Infrastructure sectors. By submitting your CV, you consent to Atkins Search processing your personal data in line with our Privacy Policy. At Atkins Search, we welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone throughout the recruitment process. Please note that any salary or benefits listed are indicative only and subject to suitability of skills and experience.

Reference: 0fb0b6fd7f70da8cd891092a7704915fe4ba9288 · Posted 1 month ago · Closes 12 Sep 2026 · Listed via Atkins Search

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