Contracts Manager – Healthcare / Commercial

Contracts Manager – Healthcare / Commercial
Location: Leicestershire (office-based)
Type: Permanent, full-time
Salary: Up to £62,500 DOE + package (scope for more senior candidates)

The company
Our client is a well-established, growing building contractor based in Leicestershire. They deliver projects across the healthcare, education and commercial sectors, including specialist healthcare schemes for clients nationwide. They have built a loyal client base and a high level of repeat business through consistently delivering on their promises.

The role
Our client is looking for a Contracts Manager to oversee a portfolio of healthcare and commercial projects. You’ll be someone who can keep projects, people and budgets on track without needing a lie-down afterwards. The role is pitched at intermediate level, with flexibility for more senior candidates with the right experience.

What you’ll be doing

• Managing a portfolio of projects from pre-start through to handover
• Leading and supporting Site Managers and site teams
• Planning and monitoring programmes, resources and progress
• Working with the commercial team to control costs and protect margins
• Acting as the main point of contact for clients, keeping them informed and building long-term relationships
• Ensuring health, safety, quality and environmental standards are met on every site
• Managing subcontractors and the supply chain
• Visiting sites regularly and reporting progress to the directors

What we’re looking for

• Contracts Manager or senior Project/Site Manager experience with a building contractor
• Healthcare and/or commercial project experience (essential)
• Experience working in live or occupied environments, ideally clinical settings
• Strong programme, cost and people management skills
• Calm, organised and able to juggle several projects at once
• SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid (or equivalent)
• Full UK driving licence

What’s on offer

• Up to £62,500 depending on experience, with flexibility for senior candidates
• Package 
• A stable, growing contractor with a strong pipeline of repeat work
• A friendly, down-to-earth team