Junior Contracts Manager Fit Out & Refurbishment
North West GBP26,000 GBP30,000 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 GBP50k up to GBP2.5m.
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 GBP26,000 GBP30,000
- 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
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