Contract Manager

CLC, part of Axis CLC, is a national maintenance and refurbishment provider supporting clients across the healthcare, defence, leisure, heritage, commercial and education sectors. Backed by over 110 years of combined experience and the wider strength of Axis CLC, operating from 23 UK offices and employing more than 2,500 people nationwide, we deliver responsive repairs, planned maintenance, compliance, decarbonisation and refurbishment services through a UK-wide operational network and long-established regional presence.

We're looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to join the core management team responsible for the successful delivery of multiple kitchen and bathrooms refurbishment programmes across the region.

This role offers continuity of workload, long-term client engagement and the opportunity to lead multiple work streams within a structured, framework-driven environment.

• Managing the delivery of multiple planned refurbishment work streams, with individual project values up to £3m
• Ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to agreed quality standards
• Leading, supporting and developing site management, supervisory and resident liaison teams
• Maintaining strong working relationships with client representatives and internal stakeholders
• Attending progress meetings and undertaking site visits as required
• Overseeing monthly valuations, variations, cost reporting and commercial performance
• Supporting the preparation of estimates, tenders and forward programmes
• Ensuring full compliance with health & safety, statutory and contractual requirements
• Ensuring accurate contract documentation, reporting and governance processes are maintained

• Previous experience in a similar role
• Extensive experience working as a Contracts Manager/Project Manager on a variety of projects ranging in value up to £3m
• Experience in contract administration, planning, estimating, tender processes, health & safety and staff management
• Ability to build good working relationships and work to tight deadlines
• Proficient in Microsoft packages
• Experience of delivering planned works within occupied environments
• City and Guilds in a construction trade
• An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

• Salary up to £55,000 depending upon experience
• Car allowance
• Bonus scheme (eligible after 1 years' service)
• Pension scheme and life assurance
• 25 days' holiday + bank holidays
• Perkbox (discounts, perks & wellbeing offers)
• 1 paid volunteer day
• £2000 refer-a-friend bonus after the referee passes probation
• Opportunities for development and progression across Axis CLC

Joining Axis CLC means being part of a national team delivering essential services across housing, education, healthcare, defence and commercial property. We value reliability, quality and social impact, and offer meaningful work with real opportunities to grow.

Many faces, one Axis CLC. We value diversity and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. If you need any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.