Contracts Manager

Contracts Manager Heritage, Conservation & Bespoke Construction

Location:West Midlands
Salary:£60,000 - £75,000 + package depending on experience
Job Type: Permanent

Are you an experienced Contracts Manager with a background in heritage, conservation, refurbishment or high-end construction?

We are working with an established specialist construction company with a long-standing history in the industry
, who are looking to appoint an experienced Contracts Manager to join their growing team.

The business has built an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality, complex and bespoke construction projects
, with a particular focus on heritage, conservation, restoration and high-end residential work.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Contracts Manager who enjoys working on unique projects where quality, craftsmanship and attention to detail are paramount.

As Contracts Manager, you will take responsibility for the successful delivery of a number of projects, working closely with clients, consultants, designers, site teams and specialist subcontractors.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing projects from pre-construction through to completion
• Overseeing multiple projects, ensuring they are delivered safely, on programme and to the required quality
• Managing project budgets, costs and commercial performance
• Coordinating site teams, subcontractors and specialist trades
• Working closely with clients, architects, consultants and the wider design team
• Reviewing programmes and ensuring key milestones are achieved
• Managing variations, valuations and contractual matters
• Ensuring works comply with relevant specifications, regulations and heritage requirements
• Supporting and mentoring Site Managers and project teams
• Maintaining strong relationships with clients and project stakeholders
• Ensuring the company's high standards of workmanship and attention to detail are maintained throughout delivery

We are looking for an experienced Contracts Manager with a strong construction background and ideally experience within one or more of the following:

• Heritage and conservation
• Listed buildings and historic properties
• High-end residential
• Bespoke refurbishment
• Traditional construction
• Specialist restoration
• Luxury or period properties

You will be confident managing projects, people, subcontractors and clients
, with a strong understanding of construction processes, programmes, contracts and commercial management.

A genuine appreciation for quality workmanship, traditional construction and attention to detail would be highly advantageous.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established specialist contractor with an excellent reputation and a diverse portfolio of projects.

Rather than working on standardised construction schemes, you will have the opportunity to deliver prestigious, bespoke and technically challenging projects
, including heritage properties, conservation work and high-end developments.

If you're an experienced Project Manager or Contracts Manager looking for a role where quality and craftsmanship genuinely matter
, we'd be keen to hear from you.