Job Title: Contracts Manager Location: Site based Salary: Competitive Hours per week: 41 hours As a leader in high-end construction, heritage conservation and specialist crafts in London and the South of England, we take pride in working on Britain's finest private residences, luxury hotels and most cherished historic architecture. We believe our people are our greatest asset, as it's their dedication to excellence that has been the foundation for our outstanding reputation. As a Contracts Manager, you’ll be at the heart of project strategy, managing contracts, teams, and processes to ensure smooth project delivery. This role will challenge you to manage change effectively, drive results, and oversee the successful delivery of complex projects. All the responsibilities we’ll trust you with You’ll continually review with the Project Director and implement project strategy by making necessary interventions, reducing complexity and improving efficiencies in the operational delivery of the project. You’ll assist the Project Director in preparing Project Execution Plans (PEP’s) in line with changing demands of the project, collaborating with the team and communicating and implementing agreed plans, monitoring and tracking performance, updating as required You’ll provide comprehensive external and internal reporting to meet the requirements of the contract and internal process. You’ll proactively manage project documentation e.g. IRS, Procurement, CDP tracker, ensuring all documentation produced by the team is consistent and compliant. You’ll be required periodically, at the discretion of your Regional Manager/Project Manger/Director, to engage in pre- construction activities as part of bidding for new projects. Where will you be based? You'll join our Central Region, where we undertake projects valued between £5m and £15m. Specialising in Grade II Listed properties, refurbishments and contemporary new builds, each project requires meticulous management and attention to detail. When you're not on site, you'll be based at Grosvenor House, in Basing View. A modern and spacious office, offering an onsite gym, roof terrace, and Café. Whether you drive, bike, or commute by train, you can benefit from free parking, secure bike storage, or just a 5-minute walk from Basingstoke train station. Some of the rewards of working with us: Unlock new skills and accelerate your career with our full support and development programmes designed to help you expand your expertise Join an inclusive community where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to share their ideas and bring them to life Enjoy a rewards package that includes a competitive salary, company pension, sick pay, life cover, maternity/paternity pay and recognition through long service awards A holiday allowance that increases with your length of service, plus bank holidays. Get the best deals at your favourite places to shop with our exclusive discounts at top retailers and supermarkets. Round-the-clock support with our Employee Assistance Programme offering expert legal advice, counselling and more to help you through any situation Enjoy a restful holiday break—we close during the Christmas period, giving you the chance to relax over the festive season We prioritise your wellbeing with our healthcare programmes, annual flu vaccines, and for those who will benefit, a personalised menopause plan. The areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role: You'll be managing an internal project team, typically less than 5 people with 2-3 direct reports. You'll be coordinating with professional consultants, working collaboratively to direct, influence and manage the team. You'll have understanding of managing complex project information with extensive change control requirements. You'll have awareness of the standard pre-construction processes and relevant SHE regulations. You'll have comprehensive technical and construction knowledge. You'll have experience in programming software (Elecosoft power project preferred). You'll need effective people management and leadership skills. INDPR