Contracts Manager
Contracts Manager
PSR Recruitment is working in partnership with a leading UK housebuilder, recognised for delivering high-quality residential developments.
The Contracts Manager will play a pivotal role in overseeing the delivery of multiple residential developments, ensuring projects are completed safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. The role carries responsibility for operational performance, cost control, build quality, and customer satisfaction across a portfolio of sites.
This position reports directly into senior construction leadership and provides strategic oversight and leadership across site teams.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, mentor, and manage Site Managers across multiple developments, driving performance and consistency
Oversee construction programmes, build sequencing, and resource planning across sites
Ensure preliminary and site costs are controlled in line with budgets
Carry out regular site visits, chair progress meetings, and attend subcontractor and stakeholder meetings
Ensure adequate resources, materials, and subcontractor support are in place to achieve programme milestones
Monitor and drive quality standards throughout the construction process
Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety legislation, building regulations, and NHBC standards
Review and maintain site documentation including H&S records, NHBC files, Building Control records, and plant and scaffold registers
Oversee customer care performance and support site teams in resolving issues efficiently
Drive continuous improvement in delivery, safety, and customer satisfaction
Liaise closely with commercial, technical, and customer care teams
Candidate Requirements
Experience
Proven experience as a Contracts Manager, Project Manager, or Senior Construction Manager within a high-volume residential housebuilding environment
RC Frame Experience as well as Housebuilding
Strong working knowledge of health & safety legislation, building regulations, and NHBC standards
Qualifications
Valid CSCS card
SMSTS certification
Construction Management Level 4+ qualification or equivalent (desirable)
Full UK driving licence
Skills & Attributes
Strong leadership and people management skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
Strong planning, programme, and organisational skills
Commercial awareness with experience controlling costs and preliminaries
Ability to manage multiple sites and competing priorities
High attention to detail with the ability to work autonomously
Proficient IT skills, including Microsoft Office
Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and safe working practices
Working Arrangements
Regular travel to development sites and regional head office near Bromley.
What's on Offer
Competitive salary
Car allowance and optional salary sacrifice car scheme
Annual bonus
Contributory pension scheme
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
How to Apply
If you are an experienced Contracts Manager looking to progress your career with a respected residential housebuilder, PSR Recruitment would like to hear from you. Apply today