Contracts Manager

Contracts Manager – Tier 1 Main Contractor (Cambridge Region)

Location:

Cambridge Region (Projects in Sawston & Thurston)

Operating nationally, this Tier 1 main contractor delivers major schemes across a wide range of sectors, including education, commercial, residential, healthcare, and leisure. They are known for their commitment to quality, safety, and innovation, and for providing excellent long‑term career development opportunities within the business.

As Contracts Manager, you will oversee two major projects within the region:

• £30M Office Development – Sawston College
• £63M DfE Education Project – Thurston

You will be responsible for the overall management, delivery and performance of these projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget and to the highest standards of quality and safety. This role will involve close liaison with clients, design teams, project teams and supply chain partners.

• Lead and manage multiple project teams to deliver successful outcomes
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within financial targets
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and stakeholders
• Provide leadership and strategic direction to project teams
• Oversee all commercial, contractual and operational aspects of the projects
• Support and mentor Project Managers and Site Managers

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager (or Senior Project Manager ready to step up) within a Tier 1 or Tier 2 Main Contractor
• Strong track record of delivering large new‑build projects (£30M+)
• Experience in the education sector (DfE or similar frameworks) is highly desirable
• Excellent communication, leadership and client‑facing skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and teams simultaneously

• Competitive salary and package
• Car allowance or company car
• Private healthcare
• Pension scheme
• Bonus opportunities
• Long‑term career development within a major national contractor

If you’re an experienced Contracts Manager with a passion for delivering exceptional projects and want to join a leading Tier 1 main contractor with strong regional and national presence, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.