Senior Contracts Manager

Kingston Barnes Ltd

Are you an established Contracts Manager with extensive refurbishment experience?
Would you like to work for a privately owned contractor with strong values and an excellent reputation?
Are you seeking a permanent role with career progression?
If so, this could be the opportunity for you!
The Company
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Contracts Manager to join a well-respected contractor based in Bristol. The company combines traditional values with modern thinking and has built an excellent reputation for putting people first across their building, refurbishment, and design schemes. They deliver innovative solutions for clients across a wide range of sectors, including healthcare, education, social, retail, and commercial, operating throughout the UK.
The Opportunity
Due to a sustained increase in workload, they are now looking to appoint an experienced Contracts Manager to strengthen their team. As Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing 3–4 refurbishment and small works projects at any one time, with values typically ranging from £500k to £4m. You will ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standard, with a strong focus on client satisfaction. You will be client-facing, attending regular meetings, so a professional, approachable, and confident manner is essential. There is a clear pathway within the business for progression into a Senior Contracts Manager role and beyond.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
* 5–10 years’ experience in a Contracts Manager position
* A strong background in refurbishment and small works projects
* Proven ability to manage multiple projects concurrently
* Excellent commercial and contractual awareness
* Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
* Experience working directly with clients and consultants
* A desire to progress to a senior level
This is a long-term, permanent opportunity with clear career progression to senior level. For a confidential discussion please contact Kate Hallett at Kingston Barnes