ABOUT THE ROLE
The Contracts Manager role develops, manages and maintains all contracts in line with company policies, procedures and commercial objectives. You will be responsible for leading all project delivery teams, ensuring every project is properly resourced, well‑structured and delivered effectively, safely and profitably. You will provide operational, financial, technical, contractual and planning leadership to keep projects running smoothly, manage risks and maintain strong professional client relationships. As a key part of the business, you will uphold high standards of quality, compliance and commercial performance across all contracts.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
MANAGERIAL
- Take early ownership of new contracts and attend handover meetings and ensure full understanding of project requirements.
- Assemble and support project teams, monitoring structure, performance and resource needs.
- Maintain strong relationships with PMS and clients, ensuring accurate reporting and professional representation.
- Lead Project Review Meetings, maintain live documentation and coach PMs to strengthen capability.
- Manage challenging situations effectively and ensure teams remain aligned and operating efficiently.
FINANCIAL
- Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget, monitoring orders, instructions and cost plans.
- Oversee material and subcontractor orders, ensuring competitive enquiries and timely deliveries.
- Ensure PMs complete all financial duties, including valuations, variation pricing and WIP tracking.
- Maintain positive cash flow, support cost planning and assist with final account preparation.
TECHNICAL
- Ensure adequate technical resource and coordinate with Design/QA teams to support quality installations.
- Review and approve drawings, provide Procurement with accurate technical details and ensure timely O&M production.
- Monitor technical performance, ensure compliance and close out non‑conformances.
CONTRACTUAL
- Review contract terms, ensure compliance and maintain accurate contractual documentation.
- Identify cause‑and‑effect issues, initiate EOT claims when required and ensure site teams record key dates.
- Support PMs with contractual procedures and elevate risk promptly.
PROGRAMMING & PLANNING
- Produce and maintain contract, design, labour and procurement programmes, ensuring alignment and timely client issue.
- Track progress, analyze deviations and keep programme focus central to team activity.
- Monitor subcontractor performance and produce commissioning/close‑out programmes to ensure timely handover.
CONTRACTS MANAGER
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR - KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
- Strong leadership skills with experience managing project delivery teams.
- Proven ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously from award to final account.
- Excellent commercial awareness and understanding of cost control, valuations, and financial reporting.
- Strong technical understanding of M&E installations and quality standards.
- Skilled in programme development, planning, and progress tracking.
- Confident communicator with the ability to build strong relationships with clients, PMS, QSs, and Directors.
- Proactive problem‑solver with the ability to identify risks early and implement solutions.
- Highly organised, detail‑focused, and committed to maintaining accurate documentation.
- Ability to read team dynamic and manage challenging personalities or situations professi
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