Contracts Manager

Location: Gloucestershire

Are you an experienced Contracts Manager looking to take ownership of planned works and refurbishment programmes across a residential property portfolio?

Due to continued growth, an established contractor is seeking a Contracts Manager to lead the successful delivery of capital works, planned maintenance and refurbishment projects across the Gloucestershire area.

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven operational leader who can manage teams, build strong client relationships and ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.

The Role

As Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for the operational delivery of multiple planned works and refurbishment contracts. Working closely with operational and commercial teams, you will oversee project performance, resource allocation and client satisfaction whilst driving high standards across all areas of delivery.

Key responsibilities include:

Managing the day-to-day delivery of planned works and refurbishment contracts
Leading and developing direct labour teams, supervisors and site-based staff
Ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the required quality standards
Managing subcontractors, materials, plant and labour resources
Maintaining excellent Health & Safety standards across all sites
Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and stakeholders
Monitoring performance, reviewing site reports and implementing corrective actions where required
Supporting recruitment, onboarding and development of operational teams
Working collaboratively with commercial teams to ensure successful contract delivery

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Previous experience as a Contracts Manager, Project Manager, Operations Manager or similar leadership position
Experience delivering planned works, refurbishment, capital works or property maintenance projects
Strong knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and best practice
Experience managing direct labour and subcontractor teams
Excellent planning, organisational and resource management skills
The ability to manage multiple work streams whilst maintaining high standards of quality and customer service
Strong commercial awareness and understanding of cost and risk management
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
SMSTS qualification
NVQ Level 6 in Construction Site Management (or equivalent) desirable

Benefits

Company profit share scheme
Fuel card and mileage allowance
Enhanced pension scheme
Private medical and life insurance
Enhanced family-friendly benefits
Ongoing training and career development opportunities
Employee assistance and wellbeing support
Retail and lifestyle discount schemes

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality planned works and refurbishment projects while offering genuine long-term career progression.

RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy