Contracts Manager

Salary/Rate:£55,000 - £70,000 per annum
Job Type:Office Based
Contract Type:Perm
Town/City:Sunderland
County:Tyne and Wear
Sector:Construction and Commercial Management
Job ref:JN -042026-85204_1789039417
Post Date:10. 09. 2026
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Meet Our Recruiter

Lewis Stagg
Lewis Stagg
Recruitment Consultant - Construction

About the Role

We're working with a growing and well-regarded contractor in the North East who is looking to appoint an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee a portfolio of fit-out, groundwork and civil engineering projects across the UK.

 

This is a fantastic opportunity for an established Contracts Manager or a Senior Project Manager ready to step up into a more strategic, commercially focused role.

 

The Role

As Contracts Manager, you will take ownership of multiple projects from award through to completion, ensuring delivery is efficient, compliant, and commercially successful.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Managing contracts in line with agreed terms and conditions
  • Overseeing project delivery to ensure smooth and efficient operations
  • Leading and coordinating clients, site managers, and project teams
  • Managing projects within agreed budget parameters
  • Developing and maintaining project programmes and timelines
  • Ensuring high standards of compliance, safety, and quality across all sites
  • Overseeing projects delivered nationwide, with travel as required

About You

  • Proven experience within groundworks or civil engineering projects
  • Currently operating as a Contracts Manager, or a Senior Project Manager ready for progression
  • Strong commercial awareness and budget management skills
  • Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and drive project performance
  • Comfortable managing projects across multiple UK locations

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary DOE
  • Bonus scheme with profit share
  • Company laptop provided
  • Clear opportunity for career progression within a supportive business

If you're looking to take the next step in your career with a company that values performance and offers genuine progression, we'd love to hear from you.

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