Contract Manager

Overview

Manage multiple new-build social housing projects from pre‑construction through to handover.

Key Responsibilities

• project delivery
• site visits
• regulatory compliance
• development oversight
• client management
• hse management

Tasks

As Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for the successful delivery of several new build housing projects from pre-construction through to handover. Working closely with Site Managers, Quantity Surveyors, and senior leadership, you will ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standard. -Lead project teams to achieve programme, budget, and quality objectives. -Provide leadership, mentoring, and support to site management teams. -Ensure all works are completed in compliance with NHBC standards, building regulations, and company procedures. -Conduct regular site visits and progress meetings to monitor performance and resolve issues. -Oversee multiple live housing developments across the North West region. -Manage client relationships and maintain strong communication with stakeholders, consultants, and subcontractors. -Drive a strong health, safety, and environmental culture across all projects.

Requirements

• budgeting
• cost control
• technical knowledge
• contracts manager
• driving licence
• leadership

What You Bring

-Commercially astute with good understanding of budgets and cost control. -Strong technical knowledge of design, build, and delivery processes. -Proven experience as a Contracts Manager or Senior Project Manager within the new build residential or social housing sector. -Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel to multiple sites. -Excellent leadership, communication, and client-facing skills.

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Benefits

£60,000 - £65,000 + Package This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive, stable business with a reputation for quality, integrity, and long-term client relationships. -Company pension scheme. -Competitive salary and car allowance. -25 days holiday + bank holidays. -Supportive working environment with a focus on employee wellbeing and development. -Long-term career progression within a stable and reputable business.

About We Are Footprint

-Operates across the UK, with recent expansion into Yorkshire and the North East. -Partners with major construction firms to supply fully vetted, trained staff for temporary and permanent roles. -Typical projects include site managers, estimators, quantity surveyors, SHEQ managers, and traffic marshals. -Blends professional and on-site staffing, covering both white- and blue-collar roles. -A social enterprise certified by SEUK and aligned with the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter.

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