Contracts Manager

Contracts Manager Location:Leicestershire (hybrid working with site and client travel required)
Salary: £50,000–£60,000 DOE + Bonus + Car Allowance
A growing specialist interiors and fit-out contractor is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to join its expanding delivery team. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially aware and highly organised individual looking to take ownership of multiple projects within a fast-paced construction environment.
The successful candidate will manage contracts from pre-construction through to completion and warranty, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to a high standard of quality and compliance.
The Role Reporting to the Director / Head of Projects, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of allocated contracts, client relationships, subcontractor coordination and commercial performance across a range of interior fit-out and construction projects.
This role combines operational delivery, commercial accountability and client-facing relationship management, making it ideal for someone who enjoys taking full ownership of projects and driving results.
Key Responsibilities
Manage projects through the full contract lifecycle, from handover to final account and warranty period
Act as the primary point of contact for clients across allocated projects
Lead pre-start meetings, weekly site meetings and progress reporting
Deliver projects to agreed programme, margin and quality targets
Coordinate subcontractors, labour, materials and specialist consultants
Manage project programmes, RFIs, hold points and sequencing
Capture, price and manage variations in writing
Submit valuations and maintain accurate forecasting and cost reporting
Ensure compliance with H&S, RAMS and audit-ready documentation requirements
Oversee quality assurance, snagging and final handover processes
Identify opportunities for repeat business, upselling and account growth About You The ideal candidate will have:

Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within interiors, fit-out or construction
Strong commercial awareness and understanding of project margins, valuations and variations
Experience managing multiple subcontractors and live projects simultaneously
Excellent communication and client relationship skills
Strong programme management and problem-solving ability
A systems-driven and organised approach to project delivery
Knowledge of construction compliance, H&S processes and quality management
The ability to identify project risks early and proactively manage solutions What’s on Offer
£50,000–£60,000 salary depending on experience
Up to 20% annual performance bonus
£500 per month car allowance
Company pension scheme
Mobile phone and IT equipment provided
Ongoing professional development and training support
Long-term progression opportunities within a growing business Working Arrangement

Minimum two days per week office-based This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven Contracts Manager looking to join a business with ambitious growth plans and a strong pipeline of projects