Contracts Manager

Location: Gatwick Airport

Sector: Aviation / Build / Construction 

We are currently supporting a leading construction contractor in their search for a Contracts Manager to oversee major construction works at Gatwick Airport.

This role will involve managing a range of main contractor build and refurbishment packages within a live airport environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing multiple projects from construction through to completion, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme and to the highest quality standards.

This opportunity would suit an experienced Contracts Manager from a main contractor background, with strong experience delivering complex construction projects within highly regulated environments such as aviation, infrastructure, or large commercial developments.

Key Responsibilities

Managing the delivery of main contractor construction packages within Gatwick Airport

Overseeing new build, refurbishment and upgrade works across multiple projects

Managing site teams, subcontractors and project stakeholders

Ensuring works are delivered on programme, within budget and to specification

Maintaining strict health & safety standards within a live airport environment

Coordinating with clients, consultants, commercial teams and operational airport stakeholders

Managing subcontractor performance and programme delivery

Supporting the commercial team with variations, cost control and reporting

Ensuring high-quality delivery across all construction packages

Monitoring programme progress and resolving project challenges

Experience Required

Proven experience working as a Contracts Manager or Senior Project Manager

Strong experience delivering main contractor construction projects

Experience managing new build and refurbishment works

Background working for a main contractor

Experience managing multiple subcontractors and site teams

Strong understanding of programme management, contracts and commercial awareness

Ability to operate effectively in live or highly regulated environments (aviation experience desirable)

Why Join?

Opportunity to work on high-profile aviation projects

Long-term pipeline of work within the aviation and infrastructure sectors

Join a well-established contractor delivering complex construction projects

Competitive salary and package available