Junior Contracts Manager in Manchester

Junior Contracts Manager in Manchester

Manchester Entry level No home office possible
Rogers McHugh Recruitment

Junior Contracts Manager Fit Out & Refurbishment

North West GBP26,000 GBP30,000 Start Date: June

We are working exclusively with a well-established and fast-growing fit out and refurbishment contractor operating across the North West and wider Northern region. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, they are now looking to appoint a Junior Contracts Manager to join their delivery team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent construction graduate to take their first step into contracts management, working closely with an experienced Contracts Manager and gaining hands‑on exposure across multiple live projects.

The role would suit a candidate with a BSc in Construction Project Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related construction discipline. Previous site experience is beneficial but not essential, as full training and structured development will be provided.

You will be joining a business delivering a range of fit out and refurbishment schemes across commercial, education and light industrial sectors, with project values typically ranging from GBP50k up to GBP2.5m.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supporting an experienced Contracts Manager across multiple live projects
  • Assisting with programme preparation and updates using Microsoft Project
  • Coordinating site activity and supporting project delivery on site visits
  • Assisting with procurement and subcontractor coordination
  • Monitoring progress, quality standards, and health & safety compliance
  • Supporting commercial reporting and project administration
  • Attending site meetings and client meetings when required
  • Gaining exposure to full project lifecycle delivery

Candidate Requirements

  • Degree qualified in Construction Project Management, Quantity Surveying, or similar construction‑related degree
  • Strong interest in fit out and refurbishment projects
  • Previous site experience or placement year advantageous but not essential
  • Good communication, organisation and IT skills
  • Motivated, proactive and keen to develop a long‑term career in contracts management
  • Full UK driving licence preferred
  • Contactable references

Package & Benefits

  • Salary GBP26,000 GBP30,000
  • Start date: June
  • Full training and structured career development
  • Clear progression pathway into Contracts Manager level
  • Exposure to multiple live projects across varied sectors
  • Long‑term opportunity within a growing contractor

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Rogers McHugh Recruitment

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Junior Contracts Manager in Manchester
Rogers McHugh Recruitment
Location: Manchester

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