Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Your new company A long-established and highly reputable main contractor seeks an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee a portfolio of refurbishment and fit-out projects across London and the South East. This business has been delivering high-quality refurbishment schemes for decades, working closely with building surveyors, architects, landlord's, property management firms and many of London's Great Estates on a range of technically challenging schemes. With a strong pipeline of secured work, they are now looking to appoint an experienced Contracts Manager to manage multiple live projects (typically 3-5 at any one time). Projects are typically in the 500k – £2mill range, based in and around central London.
Your new role You will be responsible for the successful delivery of a portfolio of refurbishment projects, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme and to a high standard.Key responsibilities include:
Managing 3-5 concurrent refurbishment / fit-out projects Overseeing Project Managers, Site Managers and subcontractors Taking full responsibility for programme, quality and delivery Acting as the key client interface throughout the life cycle of projects Ensuring strong commercial awareness alongside the QS team Driving health & safety standards across all sites Identifying and mitigating project risks
What you'll need to succeed Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within a main contractor environmentStrong track record delivering refurbishment/ fit-out schemes (Internal & external) Experience managing multiple live projects simultaneously Comfortable working on logistically complex or occupied buildings Strong understanding of programme delivery, sequencing and risk Excellent client-facing and leadership skills
What you'll get in return A competitive salary and package including discretionary bonus Diverse project portfolio across commercial, residential and public sectorOpportunity to take ownership of multiple projects Supportive leadership team with a focus on quality delivery
What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
To apply for this job please visit www.reed.co.uk.
Make this application stronger
Use these quick checks before applying so your CV, interview preparation and job search are better matched to this vacancy.
Before you apply
Check the key details and make sure the role matches what you are looking for.
- Review the job title, company, location, salary and working pattern if provided.
- Check the skills, experience or qualifications requested by the employer.
- Make sure the commute, hours and contract type are realistic for you.
Tailor your CV
Match your CV to the skills, experience and responsibilities mentioned in this advert. Keep it honest, clear and focused on what the employer is asking for.
Use the CV Builder or browse Career Advice.
Prepare for interview
If your application is successful, prepare simple examples that show your motivation, strengths and suitability.
Keep searching smarter
Do not rely on one application. Keep searching similar roles and set up alerts so new vacancies reach you faster.