Contracts Manager - Construction

EA Associates are working on behalf of a well‑respected, privately owned specialist subcontractor based in Essex who are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to join their growing team.

Our client has built an excellent reputation across London for delivering high‑quality projects and maintaining long‑term client relationships. With a strong pipeline of secured work and continued growth, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable, forward‑thinking business.

As Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing multiple projects across London, ensuring they are delivered safely, on programme and within budget.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing multiple live sites and site teams
• Overseeing project programmes and delivery schedules
• Client liaison and maintaining strong working relationships
• Commercial oversight alongside Quantity Surveyors
• Ensuring strict compliance with health & safety standards
• Reporting to senior management on project performance

Our client is open to candidates from a variety of construction backgrounds.

Experience with in landscaping, groundworks or civil engineering would be advantageous, but it is not essential.

You will ideally have:

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager or Senior Project Manager
• Strong organisational and leadership skills
• Good commercial awareness
• The ability to manage multiple stakeholders and projects simultaneously
• SMSTS (preferred)

• Join a privately owned business with an excellent industry reputation
• Secure pipeline of London‑based projects
• Supportive leadership team
• Genuine long‑term progression opportunities
• Competitive salary and package