Training / Assistant Contracts Manager in England

Progression role | Office and Site-based | London and Home Counties | High-quality projects

Ready to step up from site into management? If you’ve built solid experience on site as a Skilled Tradesperson, Working Supervisor, or Junior Site Manager, and you’re ready to move into a role where you can run projects, lead teams, and build a long‑term career in management, this could be the perfect next step.

Our client is an established Principal Contractor delivering high‑quality fit out and refurbishment projects across London and the surrounding counties. Their goal is simple – make construction as smooth and stress‑free as possible for their clients, and it’s working. Over 85% of their work is repeat business, meaning you’ll be joining a company with strong relationships, a great reputation, and a steady pipeline of exciting projects.

They are now looking for a capable, energetic Trainee / Assistant Contracts Manager to join their team, working closely with the Senior Contracts Managers and Directors. You’ll be supported, trained, and given the chance to develop quickly into a key part of the delivery team.

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll play a hands‑on role in helping deliver projects from start to finish with the support of an experienced team around you. Key responsibilities include:

• Building strong working relationships with clients, consultants, and project teams.
• Developing and maintaining relationships with their supply chain and subcontractors.
• Helping to prepare and manage project programmes.
• Supporting design coordination and design management.
• Managing change control and document control.
• Coordinating labour and subcontract teams to hit key programme dates.
• Preparing RAMS (Risk Assessments and Method Statements) for labour‑only and subcontract works.
• Undertaking material take‑offs, ordering materials, and supporting subcontract order processes.
• Ensuring works are completed on time, safely, and to a high standard.
• Driving quality on site and aiming for snag‑free handovers.
• Understanding project budgets and working with the commercial team to help control costs.
• Taking a lead on projects day‑to‑day, keeping communication clear and professional at all times.

What They’re Looking For

This role suits someone who’s confident on site, wants more responsibility, and is ready to grow into Contracts Management.

• Construction industry experience (site‑based background is ideal).
• Able to understand technical details and drawings.
• Pride in delivering a high‑quality finish.
• Organised, reliable, and able to manage your workload.
• Calm under pressure and able to work well as part of a team.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Excel, Word).
• A genuine desire to learn – full training will be provided.
• Experience in fit out and refurbishment (commercial/office) is a big advantage, and any new‑build exposure is a bonus.

What You’ll Get In Return

Our client offers a strong package and a clear path to progress:

• Competitive salary
• Company vehicle
• Pension contributions
• Healthcare package
• Death in service insurance
• Bonus scheme up to 10% of salary
• Funded training and further education
• A supportive team where you can progress quickly as the company grows

Interested?

If you’re looking for a role where you can learn fast, step up into management, and work on high‑quality projects with a strong team behind you, our client would love to hear from you.