Contracts Manager in Hemel Hempstead

Position: Contracts Manager
Location: South West England
Salary: 70,000- 75,000 plus car allowance

Bennett & Game are representing a leading specialist drylining contractor who are seeking a Contracts Manager to join their growing team.
The company delivers commercial drylining, plastering, suspended ceilings and associated interior systems across a range of construction projects. With an established presence in the sector and a strong pipeline of work, the business operates across the South Coast, South Wales and the wider South West.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Contracts Manager with a strong commercial drylining background to take responsibility for regional operations, oversee project delivery and support the continued success of an established specialist contractor.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary of 70,000- 75,000, depending on experience.
• Car allowance.
• Quarterly discretionary bonus scheme.
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• 5% employer pension contribution.
• Long-term opportunities within an established and growing business.

Contracts Manager Position Overview

• Oversee multiple commercial drylining contracts across the South Coast, South Wales and wider South West.
• Manage project performance, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme and within budget.
• Monitor project costs, valuations, variations and overall contract profitability.
• Lead and support Site Managers and project teams, maintaining high standards of delivery and quality.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with main contractors, clients, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Coordinate labour, materials and resources to ensure efficient project delivery.
• Identify commercial risks and operational challenges, implementing solutions to maintain performance.
• Monitor health and safety, contractual compliance and project reporting across the regional portfolio.

Contracts Manager Position Requirements

• Extensive experience within commercial drylining, ideally with a specialist subcontractor.
• Proven experience in a Contracts Manager, Operations Manager or similar senior construction role.
• Strong commercial management capabilities, including cost control, valuations, variations and profitability.
• Experience overseeing multiple projects and managing site-based teams.
• Excellent understanding of drylining systems, specifications and construction programmes.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage client relationships and coordinate multiple stakeholders.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the South West, South Coast and South Wales.