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Senior Contracts Manager

About you

You are a Contracts Manager who enjoys running several projects at once and still keeping control of the detail. You are comfortable leading people on site and you take pride in delivering projects the right way. Safety matters to you, quality matters to you, and clients trust you because you do what you say you will do.

You probably enjoy being visible across your projects rather than stuck behind a desk. Visiting sites, speaking with Site Managers and supervisors, and keeping projects moving is the part of the job that keeps you motivated.

This Senior Contracts Manager role will suit someone who likes autonomy, values trust from leadership, and wants to be part of a business that continues to grow across the North.

Your experience

You have experience working as a Contracts Manager within construction, ideally across industrial or commercial fit out environments. Managing several live projects at the same time is something you are already comfortable with.

You understand construction programmes, cost control and how to keep projects on track. You know how to manage subcontractors, procurement schedules and site teams without creating unnecessary noise.

You likely hold SMSTS and a CSCS card at management level. First Aid is useful although not essential. A strong understanding of Health and Safety legislation is important, along with a full UK driving licence as projects are across the North West and North East.

What you will be doing with your experience

You will oversee a portfolio of industrial and commercial office fit out projects across the Northern regions. Some work will be very local, with occasional projects elsewhere in the UK.

Your role will focus on making sure each project runs safely, smoothly and profitably. You will support Site Managers and delivery teams, helping them solve problems quickly and keeping programmes realistic.

You will spend time visiting sites, reviewing progress, monitoring resourcing and ensuring standards are being met. Client relationships will sit with you as well, so clear communication and professionalism are important.

There will also be involvement in reviewing project reports, managing subcontractor performance, supporting tenders and making sure handovers are handled properly.

About the business

The business is a well established construction and fit out contractor delivering industrial and commercial projects across the UK, with a strong presence in the North. Their work covers a wide range of refurbishment and fit out schemes for commercial and industrial clients.

They have built a reputation by delivering projects reliably and maintaining strong relationships with clients and supply chain partners. The leadership team places a lot of importance on supporting their people and giving experienced professionals the trust to run their projects properly.

You will be joining during a period of continued growth, with a healthy pipeline of projects and the opportunity to lead a varied portfolio across the region. The role offers a salary between £60,000 and £75,000 depending on experience, along with a discretionary yearly bonus and healthcare package after probation.

Next steps

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Location: Knutsford | Salary: £65000 - £75000 per year | Job type: Permanent | Posted: 13/03/2026