Contracts Manager

Position: Contracts Manager (Permanent)
Position:
Contracts Manager

Location:

Based near Aylesbury
Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 + Vehicle (TBC)

A leading construction and maintenance contractor is seeking a Contracts Manager to join their expanding senior leadership team.

Operating across commercial construction, reactive maintenance, and FM works, the business is continuing to grow its frameworks and long-term client base. This role is suited to a commercially minded professional who takes ownership of contractual obligations, protects project profitability, and brings strong leadership across multiple schemes.

Contracts Manager

- Role Overview

The Contracts Manager will act as the commercial and contractual lead across a portfolio of projects.
Working alongside the Operations Manager and reporting directly to the Directors, you will ensure programmes, risk, and contractual compliance are well-managed from pre-start to completion.
This position requires a calm, confident communicator with strong contract knowledge and the ability to guide project teams while safeguarding the company's commercial position.

Contracts Manager

- Key Responsibilities

Lead the commercial and contractual performance of multiple projects
Review contracts, scopes, and risks at pre-construction stage and brief delivery teams
Monitor programme performance and ensure obligations, dependencies, and delays are tracked
Oversee subcontract procurement, scopes, and commercial alignment
Lead variation management, delay notices, extensions of time, and commercial claims
Review cost-to-complete reports, margin performance, and project profitability
Act as the escalation point for contractual matters and client discussions
Support Project Managers and operational staff in developing commercial awareness
Ensure robust documentation, compliance, and communication across all live projects

Contracts Manager - Requirements

5+ years' experience in a Contracts Manager or Senior Project Manager role within construction, maintenance, or FM
Strong knowledge of JCT contracts and core construction law principles
Proven experience managing variations, delay notices, subcontract packages, and risk
Commercially aware with confidence overseeing project financial performance
Strong communication skills with the ability to protect company interests professionally
Experienced across frameworks, refurbishments, and maintenance-style works
Collaborative, organised, and able to support teams while maintaining firm expectations

Contracts Manager - Certifications / Qualifications

SMSTS, CSCS (Black/White) and First Aid
HNC / HND / Degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or similar
Additional training/CPD in Contract Law or Construction Claims advantageous

Contracts Manager - Salary & Benefits

Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 (DOE)
Company Vehicle
Annual company bonus scheme (company discretion)
20 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
Holiday buying scheme
Company pension scheme
Structured training and ongoing professional development
Clear opportunities for career progression within our supportive team Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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