Contract Manager – Residential Construction
Contracts Manager – Residential Construction
Location – Oswestry / Wrexham / Telford (covering 7 live sites across Shropshire)
Salary/Package – £65,000 – £80,000 per annum plus comprehensive package (car allowance or company vehicle, pension, healthcare, bonus)
About the Company
Our client is a well-established and growing residential developer and D&B contractor delivering high-quality traditional housing schemes across Shropshire and the surrounding areas. With a strong pipeline of live and upcoming projects, they operate across both private housing developments and design & build residential contracts. Known for quality delivery, strong commercial performance, and long-term relationships, the business is now seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee multiple sites across the region.
The Role
As Contracts Manager, you will take full operational responsibility for up to seven live residential sites across Shropshire, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
You will report into senior leadership and work closely with Site Managers, Commercial, Technical, and Health & Safety teams to drive performance across all developments.
As Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for:
Overseeing multiple traditional build housing sites (both developer-led and D&B residential schemes)
Managing and supporting Site Managers to ensure programme, quality, and safety targets are met
Ensuring full compliance with HSE legislation, Building Regulations, and NHBC standards
Monitoring build programmes and implementing corrective action where required
Driving high standards of workmanship and customer satisfaction across all developments
Managing subcontractor performance and ensuring productivity targets are achieved
Working closely with the Commercial team to control costs, variations, and site profitability
Attending progress meetings and reporting on programme, risk, and performance
Supporting pre-construction and mobilisation of new sites
Maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, and stakeholders
Ensuring all developments are delivered in line with company procedures and business objectives
The Ideal Candidate
The successful Contracts Manager will have:
Proven experience managing multiple residential construction sites
Strong background in traditional build housing and/or D&B residential contracting
Experience overseeing Site Managers and driving operational performance
Excellent knowledge of UK Building Regulations, HSE requirements, and NHBC standards
Strong programme management and organisational skills
Commercial awareness with the ability to work alongside Quantity Surveyors
Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
SMSTS, CSCS (Black/Gold), and First Aid qualifications (or equivalent)
Full UK driving licence
This role would suit a Senior Site Manager ready to step up or an experienced Contracts Manager seeking greater autonomy across a regional portfolio.
What's on Offer
Competitive salary of £65,000 – £80,000 depending on experience
Car allowance or company vehicle
Pension and healthcare package
Performance-related bonus
Long-term pipeline of secured work across Shropshire
Autonomy and genuine influence across multiple developments
Opportunity to join a stable, growing regional business with strong leadership and clear direction
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Contracts Manager looking to take ownership of a varied portfolio of residential projects across Shropshire and the surrounding areas.
Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.
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