Contracts Manager

Contracts Manager – Rail & Construction Projects
Location: Office-based near Newark & Grantham (Easily commutable from Nottingham, Lincoln, Peterborough)
Salary: Up to £60,000 + 25 days holiday, pension, free parking
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday – 8:00am to 4:00pm
  
About Us
We’re a well-established contractor working closely with a large Rail company on long-term frameworks across stations, depots, offices, and operational buildings. We take pride in delivering high-quality refurbishment and construction projects safely, on time, and within budget.
With a growing pipeline of work, we’re now looking for a Commercial Manager to join our friendly, close-knit team. You’ll play a key role in managing contracts, driving profitability, and ensuring everything runs smoothly from contract award through to final account.
Why Join Us?

• Long-term, secure workload through Network Rail frameworks
• Office-based role with a great team culture – everyone pulls together
• Real ownership of your work – you’re not just a cog in the machine
• No late nights or weekend work – we value work-life balance
• Free on-site parking, company pension, and 25 days holiday + bank holidays

  
What You’ll Be Doing

• Managing the full commercial lifecycle of rail building refurbishment projects
• Preparing and negotiating contracts, managing variations, and tracking costs
• Producing accurate forecasts, cost reports, and financial summaries
• Working closely with site and project teams to monitor progress and performance
• Overseeing subcontractor agreements, performance, and payments
• Supporting bids, tenders, and business development activity
• Ensuring compliance with commercial, health & safety, and quality standards

  
What We’re Looking For

• Experienced Commercial Manager or Contracts Manager
• Background in construction, civils, or rail infrastructure
• Strong knowledge of building contracts and commercial frameworks
• Confident negotiator with great attention to detail
• Organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple live projects

  
Let’s Talk
If you''re looking for a role where your input truly makes a difference, not just spreadsheets and paperwork, we’d love to hear from you. #ENG1
Apply today or contact Tamzin at CV Bay, East Midlands office

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