Skills
1. The ability to manage multiple projects
2. Strong maths and IT skills
3. Budgeting
4. Problem solving
5. Excellent communication
6. Presentation and negotiation skills
Qualifications
There are a number of ways you can become a Construction Contracts Manager, as a minimum you will need 4 or more GCSEs grades A-C (9-4) and a minimum of 2 A Levels or BTEC equivalent.
Level 3
You can study a BTEC Subsidiary or Extended Diploma in Construction & the Built Environment or an Advanced Level 3 Apprenticeship in Construction Contracting Operations.
Level 4, 5 & 6
You can study a HNC, HND, Higher Apprenticeship or Degree in Construction and the Built Environment, Civil Engineering, Surveying or other related subjects.
You may be able to move into the construction sector if you’ve project management experience from another industry. You could also start out as a contracts assistant or administrator with a construction company and work your way up.
Salary
Newly trained contracts managers can earn £25,000 - £35,000
Trained contracts managers with some experience can earn £35,000 - £45,000
Senior, chartered or master contracts managers can earn £45,000 - £70,000
The job often comes with a car allowance and other additional benefits.