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Contracts Manager

Overview

Are you an experienced Contracts Manager or Project Manager with a background in commercial fit-outs, looking for your next challenge with a rapidly growing industry leader? Express Recruitment are delighted to be supporting an established business in their search for Contracts Managers to oversee large-scale, high-value projects across the UK.

This role is suited to a dynamic professional with proven project or operations management experience within the commercial fit-out sector. Taking over projects immediately following the sales handover, you will act as the operational lead delivering multi-trade, multi-million-pound contracts encompassing interior fit-outs and comprehensive facility solutions.

Please note this is a fast-paced, field-based role with frequent nationwide travel, though candidates must reside within a 45-minute commute of the company HQ for office-based days.

Alongside a competitive basic salary of £40,000 - £55,000 (dependent on experience level and track record with major projects), you'll benefit from a company car or car allowance (with home EV charger installation provided if choosing an electric vehicle), comprehensive travel expenses, and clear opportunities for long-term career progression.

Skills & Experience
  • Proven project management or operations management experience within the commercial fit-out industry (experience with fit-out specialists like Fit Out UK or similar is highly advantageous)
  • Track record of managing multi-trade projects, with salary negotiable up to £55,000 for candidates with proven multi-million-pound contract experience
  • Exceptional organizational and multi-tasking skills, with the resilience to thrive in a fast-paced, reactive environment
  • Willingness to travel frequently across the UK with overnight stays when required
  • Must reside within a 45-minute commute of HQ for office-based working
  • Full UK driving licence (essential)
Roles & Responsibilities
  • Taking full ownership of multi-trade fit-out and installation projects from post-sales handover through to final completion
  • Overseeing a varied portfolio including major multi-million-pound contracts as well as smaller works, mezzanine installations, and commercial storage fit-outs
  • Developing, managing, and delivering detailed project programmes to meet strict client deadlines and key handover dates
  • Managing contract terms, variations, scope alterations, project margins, valuations, payment applications, and final accounts
  • Coordinating site teams, specialist subcontractors, material deliveries, and installation crews nationwide
  • Conducting regular, hands-on site visits to monitor progress, enforce health and safety compliance, ensure high workmanship quality, and manage snagging
  • Acting as the primary operational point of contact for clients, building strong relationships, and attending progress meetings
About Express Recruitment
Express Recruitment has been offering exceptional recruitment solutions across the East Midlands since 1987, "exceeding expectations every time" of over 267,000 candidates. We supply a diverse range of sectors including Engineering, Technology, Professional Services, Languages, Sales & Marketing, Call Centres, Commercial, Manufacturing, Local Authority, NHS, Education and Voluntary organisations. Find all of our current vacancies on 👉 https://bit.ly/3IaEnI7 Your search for a new role has never been so easy, just fill in our contact form on https://bit.ly/3NHa9NR or give us a call on 0115 924 0110 and we will do the rest for you.
Job Location
Chesterfield, Derbyshire
Salary
c£40,000 – £55,000 per annum D.O.E  + Company Car / Car Allowance + EV Charger Installation + Benefits
Job Type and Hours
Monday to Friday, standard working hours (frequent field travel with HQ office presence)

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