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Contracts Manager

salary
GBP
£
£
55000
-
65000
per
annum
+
industry
Construction
role type
Permanent
location
Preston, Lancashire
(
England
)
job posted
May 11, 2026
reference
000839
A well-established main contractor is seeking to appoint an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee a range of fit out and refurbishment projects valued between £250k and £2m.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing and reputable business with a strong pipeline of work across the North West.

The Role

As Contracts Manager, you will take responsibility for the successful delivery of multiple fit out and refurbishment schemes from inception through to completion. You will ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to a high standard of quality.

You will work closely with clients, site teams, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth delivery and strong commercial performance across all projects.

Key Responsibilities

* Oversee multiple fit out and refurbishment projects (£250k-£2m)
* Manage full project lifecycle from pre-start through to handover
* Ensure programmes, budgets, and quality targets are achieved
* Lead and support site managers and project teams
* Manage subcontractor procurement, coordination, and performance
* Maintain strong client relationships and act as key point of contact
* Ensure compliance with all health andamp; safety requirements
* Report on commercial performance and project status



Requirements

* Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within fit out/refurbishment
* Strong track record delivering projects in the £250k-£2m range
* Excellent leadership and organisational skills
* Strong commercial awareness and contractual understanding
* Ability to manage multiple live projects simultaneously
* Solid understanding of health andamp; safety legislation

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Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only that shortlisted will be contacted.

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