Contract Manager

City, London
Londinium Recruitment
Contracts Manager
Central London
£70,000-£80,000 + performance-related bonus
Permanent

The Company
A well-established and reputable construction contractor, operating across London and the South East, is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to join their growing operations team. The business delivers a mixture of specialist refurbishment, safety-critical projects, and envelope-related works. Their culture is built around accountability, clear communication, and a high-quality service for clients. They invest heavily in staff development and maintain rigorous internal standards across quality and compliance.

Core Project Sectors
The company’s work typically includes:

• Building restoration & refurbishment:
  External repair schemes, heritage-style façades, and upgrades to communal and shared areas.
• External envelope & façade safety projects:
  Replacement and improvement works on residential blocks, including non-combustible façades.
• Fire protection & life-safety upgrades:
  Fire door installations, remedial works, compartmentation improvements, and implementation of detection/suppression systems.

The Role
The Contracts Manager will oversee multiple live projects, typically delivered under JCT Minor Works or Intermediate forms of contract. JCT D&B contract experience is ESSENTIAL. You will be responsible for managing site teams, maintaining contractual compliance, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and to the company’s quality standards while also protecting commercial performance and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the main point of contact for day-to-day contract delivery across several projects.
• Monitor site progress and workmanship, producing quality and compliance reports as required.
• Ensure site management teams update programmes, record progress evidence, and follow internal reporting procedures.
• Prepare and review subcontract orders and variations before submission to the commercial/finance team.
• Assess and value subcontractor work throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee compliance with contract terms, specifications, and building regulations.
• Build strong working relationships with clients, consultants, and representatives.
• Provide technical support to site-based teams and ensure correct installation methods are followed.
• Deliver or coordinate training on technical and procedural matters for site staff.
• Identify, quantify, and document variations, ensuring they are clearly communicated and recorded.
• Support and develop Site Managers, ensuring projects meet client expectations and company standards.
• Monitor and influence site-level margins and opportunities to increase commercial performance.
• Oversee project H&S documentation, CPP implementation, and site compliance.
• Produce and maintain realistic project programmes.
• Carry out site surveys to confirm quantities and materials.
• Manage and update project budgets throughout each scheme.
• Prepare monthly applications for payment in line with contractual dates and internal templates.
• Attend client and progress meetings as the operational lead.
• Source and brief subcontractors for mid-project variations and obtain competitive quotations.
• Ensure all project-related documentation is stored correctly on internal systems.
• Track and communicate key contractual dates, particularly relating to payment cycles.

Person Specification

• Construction-related qualification (Level 3-6 or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 2 years in a Contract/Project Management role within construction.
• Strong understanding of building practices and construction sequencing.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and presentation skills.
• Confident in planning, monitoring, and reporting across multiple sites.
• Ambitious, proactive, and able to work autonomously.

Personal Attributes

• Clear, confident communicator who can build positive relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Practical, solutions-focused mindset with a proactive approach.
• Motivated to exceed expectations and maintain high standards across delivery.
• Promotes a collaborative, positive working culture.

Commitment to Equality & Inclusion
The company is committed to creating a fair and inclusive workplace. They welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences, and value a diverse workforce that reflects the communities they serve.