Permanent

Contracts Manager

Manpower UK
Oxfordshire, Oxfordshire, OX1 3TJ
money-bag Up to £600000.00 per annum
Posted: 16 September 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 15 October 2026
Ref: BBBH447683

Manpower Recruitment are looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to join an established environment in Oxford/Abingdon


This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in the delivery of roofing and construction contracts across the UK, including government, public sector and social housing projects.
Benefits include:

  • £60,000 starting salary
  • Company car
  • 30 days'' annual leave + bank holidays
  • Ongoing training andamp; development
  • Excellent career progression
  • Based in Oxfordshire, working across the UK


The Role:


You''ll be responsible for managing multiple contracts from pre-start through to successful completion, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest standards


You''ll work closely with clients, our management team, Quantity Surveyors, site managers, operatives, subcontractors and suppliers.
Key responsibilities include:


* Managing multiple construction and roofing contracts
* Overseeing government, public sector and social housing projects
* Ensuring compliance with ISO 45001, CDM, RAMS and Health andamp; Safety requirements
* Managing programmes, budgets and subcontractors
* Building and maintaining strong client and stakeholder relationships
* Delivering high-quality, safe and successful project outcomes
Ideal Candidate:


* Proven Contracts Management or senior construction experience
* Experience in government/public sector contracts
* Experience in social housing and planned maintenance
* Good working knowledge and practical experience of ISO 45001
* SMSTS qualification
* Appropriate CSCS Management/Professional card
* Strong knowledge of CDM, RAMS and UK Health andamp; Safety legislation
* Excellent commercial, contractual and organisational skills
* Experience managing subcontractors, labour and suppliers
* Full UK driving licence
Desirable qualifications: NVQ Level 6/7, HNC/HND or degree in Construction Management, MCIOB, IOSH or NEBOSH.
If interested, please get in contact with a Manpower Representative.

If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

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