Junior Contracts Manager

Junior Contracts Manager – Fit Out & Refurbishment

North West | £26,000 – £30,000 | 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 £50k up to £2.5m.

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 £26,000 – £30,000
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