At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage high-end fit-out projects and lead operational teams to ensure exceptional delivery.
- Company: Award-winning interiors company with a focus on prestigious brands.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, car allowance, bonus, private healthcare, and professional development.
- Other info: Supportive environment with genuine career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact in the construction industry.
- Qualifications: Proven experience as a Contracts Manager in the fit-out sector.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
- Contracts Manager
- Hertfordshire & London area (Site Travel Required)
- £65,000 - £75,000 DOE + Car Allowance/Company Vehicle + Bonus + Benefits
- Full Time | Permanent
The Opportunity
An award winning interiors company specialising in high end fit-out projects for some prestigious brands are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to join their team on a permanent basis.
This is an excellent opportunity for a results-driven construction professional who thrives on managing multiple projects, leading operational teams, and ensuring exceptional standards of delivery and client satisfaction.
The Role
As Contracts Manager, you will oversee a portfolio of projects from pre-construction through to completion, ensuring they are delivered safely, profitably, on time, and to the highest quality standards.
You will provide leadership to Project Managers, Site Managers, and delivery teams, while maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage multiple construction and fit out projects simultaneously.
- Lead project teams to deliver programmes safely, on time, and within budget.
- Monitor project performance, costs, risks, and resource allocation.
- Ensure compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
- Maintain strong client relationships and act as a key point of contact.
- Review project profitability and support commercial performance objectives.
- Conduct regular site visits and project reviews.
- Support procurement, programme planning, and project delivery strategies.
- Mentor and develop project management and site management teams.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the business.
About You
Essential Requirements
- Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within the fit out sector.
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Experience managing multiple projects concurrently.
- Excellent commercial and contractual awareness.
- Strong understanding of health and safety legislation.
- Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
Desirable
- Construction-related qualification (HNC, HND, Degree, or equivalent).
- SMSTS qualification.
- Experience delivering high end retail, leisure & residential projects.
- Knowledge of JCT contracts.
What's on Offer?
- Competitive salary package.
- Car allowance or company vehicle.
- Performance-related bonus.
- Pension scheme.
- Enhanced annual leave entitlement.
- Private healthcare scheme.
- Ongoing professional development and training.
- Genuine career progression opportunities.
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Apply Today
If you're an experienced Contracts Manager looking to join an established and growing contractor with an excellent reputation for project delivery, we'd love to hear from you.
Please call Nia on or email your CV to nia. sandythornbaker. co. uk
Contracts Manager in Rickmansworth employer: Thorn Baker Construction
Thorn Baker Construction is an exceptional employer that prioritises innovation and collaboration within the construction industry. With a strong commitment to employee development, we offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including private healthcare, ensuring our team members thrive both personally and professionally. Located in a dynamic environment, we foster a culture of creativity and sustainability, making it an ideal place for passionate individuals to lead impactful design initiatives.
