Contracts Manager

Contracts Manager

Salary: -80,000 - -85,000 + Car Allowance + Package

Location: Ipswich

Job Time: Full time / Permanent

Start date: ASAP

About the role

Are you a seasoned Contracts Manager with a strong track record in delivering high-value construction projects? We''re seeking a driven professional to oversee two exciting schemes ranging from -5M to -15M in value, spanning sectors such as education, health care, hospitality, and commercial.

Benefits of a Contracts Manager:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Discretionary profit-based bonus
• Life assurance
• Private healthcare
• Car allowance
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Access to trained internal First Aiders
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for wellbeing support

Key Responsibilities of a contracts Manager:

• Oversee the delivery of two concurrent construction projects valued between -5M15M, ensuring they meet programme, budget, and quality targets.
• Lead all pre- and post-contract activities, including procurement, contract negotiation, and project close-out.
• Manage site teams and subcontractors, fostering a collaborative and safety-first culture.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and stakeholders to maintain strong working relationships and ensure project expectations are met.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.

What We''re Looking for in a Contracts Managers:

• Proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Background with Tier 1 main contractors or reputable regional Tier 2 firms (e.g., RG Carter, SDC)
• Strong commercial acumen and leadership skills
• Ability to travel to sites within 1.5 hours of Ipswich
• Experience in sectors such as schools, hospitals, hotels, and commercial builds

If you''re interested in the role sedn your CV and contact Kyle Young at