Contracts Manager

Location:

Primarily Northern Ireland, with one day a week in London

• Monday-Thursday: 8:00am-5:00pm
• Friday: 8:00am-2:00pm

This role is ideal for an experienced Contracts Manager who is confident overseeing multiple refurbishment and fit‑out projects simultaneously. The position involves weekly travel to London (typically flying out on Tuesdays) to manage active sites, while the remainder of the week is based in Belfast.

You’ll be stepping into a busy pipeline due to increased workload, so the ability to hit the ground running is essential. Start date ideally within 4-6 weeks.

• Oversee 1-2 live projects at any given time.
• Manage refurbishment and fit‑out schemes ranging from £1.5M to £10M.
• Lead site operations across multiple sectors, including hospitality and commercial environments.
• Produce and manage and Ensure all works are delivered to programme, budget, and quality standards.
• Induction programmes
• Construction phase plans
• Coordinate with the on‑site team structure:
  Construction Manager, Site Manager, and Quantity Surveyor.
• Work closely with senior leadership and provide regular progress updates.
• Maintain strong health & safety standards; SMSTS preferred.
• Collaborate with a supporting surveyor for commercial oversight.
• Attend London sites weekly and manage Ireland‑based responsibilities the rest of the week.

• 3-5 years' experience in roaming or multi‑site construction roles.
• Strong background in refurbishment and fit‑out (hotel, restaurant, high end experience required).
• Comfortable managing complex projects
• Able to work autonomously and make confident decisions on site.
• NVQ Level 6 or 7 desirable.
• SMSTS beneficial but not essential.

• Competitive salary
• Flexible working hours
• Career development opportunities