Candidate Profile - Senior Construction Contracts Manager Salary Band: £70,000 - £80,000 + Package
Background Required:
Must come from main contractor background (SME preferred)
Proven track record in public-sector construction projects
Experience managing projects valued £500k - £8m
Currently operating at senior/head of contracts level
Demonstrable experience in framework delivery
Strong presence in Wales/West Midlands construction sector preferred
Essential Experience:
Minimum 8 years in construction contract management
Must demonstrate projects delivered ahead of programme
Strong history of maintaining project margins
Experience with public sector frameworks
Proven stakeholder management at senior level
NEC4 and JCT contract expertise
Track record of successful supply chain management
Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
History of implementing process improvements
Technical Skills:
Expert understanding of construction contracts
Strong commercial and contractual awareness
Proven risk management capabilities
Advanced understanding of public sector procurement
Proficient with construction management software
Ability to analyse and improve project performance
Qualifications:
MCIOB preferred
Degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or related field
Full UK driving licence
Personal Attributes:
Strong leadership capabilities
Excellent communication skills at all levels
Strategic thinker with commercial acumen
Results-driven with a proven track record
Ambitious with director-level potential
Key Differentiators to Look For:
Evidence of early project completion
History of cost savings/margin improvements
Experience with Welsh Government frameworks
Track record of process improvement
Strong client relationships in public sector
Team development experience
Items of Concern:
Limited public sector experience
No framework experience
Purely residential/private sector background
Limited contract administration experience
No demonstrable project successes
Further Notes:
Seeking future director potential
Must be able to provide specific examples of project success
Regional knowledge essential
Public sector relationships are highly valued
Additional Requirements:
Notice period details required
Must be able to travel throughout Wales/West Midlands
Current framework experience to be detailed in CV
References from public sector clients preferred