Contracts Manager, long term contract in City of London

A highly respected, award-winning construction and civil engineering contractor with over 25 years of successful delivery across the UK and Ireland is seeking an experienced Group Contracts Manager to join its growing London operation. This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious construction professional looking to step into a broader leadership role within a progressive and growing contractor.

If you are currently operating as a Senior Contracts Manager, Project Director or Operations Manager and are looking for a role where your contribution genuinely shapes business performance, this opportunity offers exactly that.

Operating across London, the South-East and Ireland, the company delivers complex construction and civil engineering projects across a diverse range of sectors including:

• Commercial construction
• Education facilities
• Hotels and hospitality projects

The business has built an enviable reputation for delivering high-quality projects through strong client relationships, collaborative working practices and a commitment to excellence. With a strong pipeline of secured work, a loyal client base and a financially robust platform, the company continues to invest in both its people and long-term growth strategy.

Unlike many larger contractors, decisions are made quickly, individuals are empowered to take ownership, and high performers are recognised and rewarded for their contribution.

As Group Contracts Manager, you will oversee multiple project teams across London and the South-East, ensuring projects are delivered safely, profitably and to the highest standards. You will work closely with senior leadership, Project Directors, Contracts Managers and commercial teams, helping drive performance across a diverse portfolio of projects while influencing the future growth and success of the business.

This role combines operational leadership, commercial oversight and team development, making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking to broaden their impact beyond traditional contracts management responsibilities.

• Lead the operational performance of multiple live projects and programmes
• Support commercial strategy, contract administration and risk management
• Mentor and develop Project Directors, Contracts Managers and site teams
• Drive programme certainty, quality standards and project performance
• Monitor project financials, forecasting and margin delivery
• Contribute to pre-construction planning and bid strategy
• Identify operational improvements and implement best practice across projects
• Support business growth through effective leadership and successful project delivery

Proven experience operating as a Senior Contracts Manager, Project Director, Operations Manager or equivalent leadership position within a main contractor environment:

• Strong background delivering projects typically valued between £10m and £50m+
• Excellent commercial and contractual knowledge, including JCT forms of contract
• Experience managing multiple projects and delivery teams simultaneously
• Strong leadership and people management capability
• Established relationships across clients, consultants and subcontractor networks
• Commercially astute with a practical, solutions-focused approach to project delivery

This role offers far more than simply managing projects. You will be joining a business that values initiative, supports career progression and provides the platform to make a genuine impact.

Package up to £200,000 depending on experience. High-profile project portfolio across London and the South-East. Long-term career progression within a growing contractor.

To explore this opportunity in confidence, please forward your CV or project profile to calum@gedonexecutive.