Contracts Manager

Contracts Manager - Midlands

Location: Midlands, England (regional travel required)
Salary: £50,000 - £70,000 per annum

I'm currently recruiting for a Contracts Manager on behalf of a specialist contractor that delivers a wide range of fire protection solutions across the Midlands. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with contract management experience to join a business that is making a real impact in safety-critical construction.

While experience in fire protection and fire-stopping would be a significant advantage, it's not essential - what matters most is proven management capability, the ability to run projects from kickoff through to completion, and confidence handling month-end invoicing for your works.

About the Business

This contractor is trusted across the region to deliver best-in-class passive fire protection services, including:

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Structural Steel Fire Protection
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Fire Compartmentation andamp; Fire Barrier Systems
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Fire Boarding andamp; Fireproof Insulation
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Legacy Building Fire Protection (upgrading existing stock)
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Fire Protection Surveying
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Passive Fire Certification
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Small Works Division - supporting bespoke or reactive projects
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Comprehensive Passive Fire Protection services across multiple sectors

With a strong reputation for quality, compliance, and safety, the team works on a diverse portfolio of projects, from large commercial sites through to specialised works in existing and legacy buildings.

The Role

As Contracts Manager, you'll:

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Lead the kickoff and coordination of new contracts, ensuring clear project objectives.
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Oversee delivery of multiple fire protection projects across the Midlands.
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Liaise closely with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure smooth delivery.
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Monitor compliance, progress, and contract variations.
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Handle month-end billing and invoicing, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
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Maintain project documentation and produce management reports.
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Build strong client relationships through regular site visits.

What We're Looking For

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Background in contract or project management within construction, building services, or related sectors.
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Excellent leadership and communication skills.
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Strong organisational ability, able to manage multiple contracts at once.
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Experience preparing invoices and handling contract financials.
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Willingness to travel regularly across the Midlands.

Highly Advantageous:

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Knowledge of fire protection systems, fire-stopping, or passive fire protection.
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Familiarity with compliance, certification, and building regulations.

Why This Role?

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Competitive salary £50k - £70k (based on experience).
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Autonomous position where you'll take full ownership of contracts.
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Career progression into senior operational or commercial leadership roles.
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Impactful work in a sector that is critical for safety, compliance, and quality.

Apply: Ready to bring your expertise to the team? Apply today!

Contact Daniel Addison on 07701 232548 or apply with your CV to daniel.addison@bcuk.co.uk

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