Construction Contracts Manager. LilyLifestyle

Contracts Manager - Oxford Contracts Manager

Location:

Oxfordshire
Salary: £72,000 - £85,000 (DOE)
Car Allowance
Pension scheme

Permanent
Specialism:
Construction - Building Projects
Industry: Construction

A long-established regional contractor operating across Oxfordshire and surrounding counties seeks a Contracts Manager to join their respected team. The business delivers a diverse portfolio of projects—new-build, refurbishment, restoration, education, commercial, and specialist schemes—ranging from smaller refurbishment works to complex multi‑million‑pound developments.

As Contracts Manager you will manage multiple live projects (£1m‑£4m), ensuring safe, on‑programme delivery to high client and stakeholder standards. The pivotal leadership role spans the full project lifecycle—from early pre‑construction through final handover. You will work closely with commercial teams, support delivery staff, and maintain operational excellence across all schemes.

• Oversee multiple construction projects (£1m‑£4m) through the full lifecycle
• Lead pre‑construction planning, including procurement, risk management, and programme development
• Ensure strong compliance in quality, safety, and contractual obligations
• Mentor and support Project Managers, Site Managers, and delivery teams
• Maintain excellent client and consultant relationships
• Monitor cost performance, forecasting, and commercial outcomes
• Promote a positive and collaborative project culture
• Uphold contractor values around quality, professionalism, and delivery excellence

• Experience as a Contracts Manager or Project Manager ready to progress
• Strong background in construction across sectors such as education, commercial, leisure, refurbishment or new‑build
• Ability to manage multiple complex schemes concurrently
• Strong client‑facing and leadership skills
• Commercially aware with experience in programme, contract and budget control
• Committed to quality, safety and continuous improvement

• Salary: £72,000 - £85,000 (DOE)
• Car allowance
• Pension scheme
• Performance‑related bonus options
• Opportunities for long‑term progression within a growing regional office

To apply, please contact James Mitchell at Hays for a confidential discussion. Reference 4771970