Contracts Manager - Construction


Company:	Professional Personnel Management Ltd
Salary:	£60,000 to £70,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Peterborough, PE1 5JK
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	4 Nov 2026
Closing date:	11 Nov 2026

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Summary

Contracts Manager - Construction

Location: Peterborough,

Salary: 60k - 70k + Company Vehicle/Car Allowance + Benefits

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

The Opportunity

PPM Recruitment is working with a well-established privately owned main contractor seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to join its growing team near Peterborough. With a strong reputation for quality and a healthy pipeline of secured work, this is an excellent opportunity to join a successful business offering long-term stability and career progression.

The Projects

The contractor delivers a diverse range of projects, including:

Education and school extensions

Student accommodation and universities

Commercial offices and fit-outs

Residential and mixed-use schemes

Heritage and listed building refurbishments

Public sector and local authority contracts

New-build and refurbishment projects valued from £500k to £10m+

The Role

Reporting to the Construction Director, you will oversee multiple construction projects from pre-construction through to completion, ensuring they are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the required quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Manage multiple construction projects across the region.

Monitor project programmes, budgets and commercial performance.

Lead, support and develop Site Managers and project teams.

Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and subcontractors.

Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and company procedures.

Identify and manage project risks, delays and operational challenges.

Chair progress meetings and report to senior management.

Drive quality, efficiency and client satisfaction across all projects.

Candidate Requirements

Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within the construction industry.

Experience delivering both new-build and refurbishment projects.

Strong commercial, contractual and financial management skills.

Excellent leadership, communication and organisational abilities.

Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.

SMSTS, CSCS and relevant construction qualifications preferred.

Full UK driving licence.

The Package

Competitive salary, dependent on experience.

Company vehicle or car allowance.

Pension scheme.

Ongoing training and professional development.

Clear opportunities for career progression.

Long-term workload secured

Apply Now

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Contracts Manager to join an established main contractor with a varied project portfolio and a strong pipeline of work.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Contact David at PPM Recruitment on 0121 450 8950

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