Contracts Manager

Job Description

Contracts Manager | Haslemere, Surrey

Are you an experienced Contracts Manager looking to take full commercial and operational ownership of prestigious, high-end residential schemes? If you are a driven Contracts Manager ready for your next career move, this is an exceptional opportunity to lead high end projects with a premier contractor.

We are partnering with a leading main contractor renowned for delivering luxury private residential projects—ranging from high-end new builds and complex refurbishments to bespoke leisure complexes (£2M to £10M+) across Surrey, Sussex, and Hampshire. As their new Contracts Manager
, you will be given the autonomy and platform to truly excel.

• Location: Haslemere, Surrey (site-based as required)
• The Role: Full autonomy and commercial ownership, managing projects from mobilization to completion alongside dedicated site and QS teams.
• Culture: Career progression within a growing, close-knit, quality-driven contractor offering a competitive, experience-reflective salary.

• End-to-end project delivery (£2M to £10M+ luxury residential)
• JCT contract administration (Design & Build / Intermediate)
• Programme management, procurement, and driving site progress
• Commercial oversight: monthly valuations, variations, cost reporting, and final accounts
• Managing client, design team, and subcontractor relationships while enforcing top-tier H&S and quality standards

• Minimum 7 years’ experience as a Project Manager or Contracts Manager within high-end residential construction
• Proven track record running projects valued from £2M to £10M+ with strong JCT contract knowledge
• Strong commercial acumen and hands‑on experience with valuations, cost control, and budgeting
• Relevant construction degree or professional membership (CIOB/RICS) is advantageous