Senior Contract Manager

Overview

Senior-level contract manager overseeing multiple construction projects in the East Midlands.

Key Responsibilities

• contract administration
• subcontractor coordination
• project management
• safety compliance
• stakeholder engagement
• nec/jct contracts

Tasks

You'll oversee end-to-end contract delivery and project management on multiple complex schemes simultaneously, leading 2-3 new build or refurbishment projects at any one time. This senior-level role is a key part of the operational leadership team and is integral to the successful delivery of current and future projects across multiple sectors. As Senior Contracts Manager, you'll have the chance to shape project delivery, influence business performance and progress to operations manager level if desired. You'll lead planning, coordination, stakeholder engagement and contract management for 2-3 new build or refurbishment schemes at any one time, depending on size and complexity. This senior-level contract management role offers real autonomy and the opportunity to influence project profitability and business performance across the Midlands construction sector. As a Senior Contracts Manager, you will take full ownership of multiple projects matched to your experience and sector background. This includes pre-construction involvement and end-to-end delivery, working under standard main contract conditions, typically NEC and JCT contracts, to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and to the required standards. -Lead contract administration and subcontractor coordination across pre-construction and delivery phases -Manage multiple construction projects simultaneously, balancing complex contractual obligations with operational delivery -Foster an inclusive team environment that champions diverse thinking and shared success -Collaborate with delivery and site teams to maintain project quality, safety and progress -Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations (CDM 2015), quality standards and internal governance procedures -Offer guidance and oversight throughout pre-construction and delivery phases. -Chair client and stakeholder meetings, ensuring clear communication and issue resolution on contract matters -Oversee project delivery across education, healthcare, commercial and leisure construction schemes across Nottinghamshire and the East Midlands -Engage with planning teams and occasionally provide direct support to project scheduling -Manage the execution of multiple construction contracts efficiently under NEC and JCT contract conditions, maximising returns and promoting repeat business

Requirements

• smsts
• nebosh
• jct
• nec
• leadership
• health & safety

What You Bring

Their diverse portfolio of projects spans commercial construction, education, leisure and healthcare construction projects, combining traditional delivery methods with modern project controls and sustainability frameworks. Following two years of consistent growth, they are expanding their contracts management team and seeking an experienced construction professional to lead their contract delivery programme. To be successful in this Senior Contracts Manager position in Nottingham, you will bring significant experience working within a main contracting construction environment, ideally for a Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractor. Are you an experienced Senior Contracts Manager looking for your next senior-level role in the East Midlands? -Experience reporting progress and commercial performance to company Directors -Excellent leadership style with the ability to manage and develop teams effectively -Proven track record as a Senior Contracts Manager, Contracts Manager or equivalent senior project leadership role within construction main contracting -Experience in operations management or senior role progression -Strong commitment to health and safety compliance, risk management procedures and CDM 2015 regulations -Demonstrated success managing multiple construction projects simultaneously to time, cost and quality standards -Background in delivering complex, multi-million pound schemes -Strong knowledge of construction contracts, particularly JCT and NEC contracts, and contract management principles -Certifications such as SMSTS, NEBOSH or a degree in Construction Management -Ability to work independently and as part of a wider leadership team -Proven ability to liaise effectively with subcontractors and senior stakeholders -Confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills

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Benefits

This is an excellent contract management opportunity for an ambitious Senior Contracts Manager in construction, offering genuine autonomy, a six-figure package and clear progression pathways into senior operations roles. -Company car or generous car allowance -Competitive salary: £65,000-£85,000 + benefits -Enhanced pension scheme -Generous annual leave -Enhanced annual performance scheme -Clear career development pathway to Operations Manager level -Supportive and professional working environment

About Atkins Search

-Founded in 2016, Atkins Search specializes in recruiting professionals for the construction, property, and engineering sectors. -Delivers permanent, temporary, and retained recruitment solutions across regions such as the East Midlands, West Midlands, and Yorkshire. -Focus areas include technical, operational, sales & marketing, and quantity surveying roles. -Known for exclusive access to job opportunities and a collaborative hiring approach. -Offers tailored recruitment services to meet client goals and objectives effectively. -Strong commitment to assisting candidates with personalized guidance and career support.

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