Contracts Manager

Dyddiad hysbysebu:	09 Rhagfyr 2025
Cyflog:	£75,000 i £80,000 bob blwyddyn
Oriau:	Llawn Amser
Dyddiad cau:	08 Ionawr 2026
Lleoliad:	CB1
Gweithio o bell:	Ar y safle yn unig
Cwmni:	ARC (Norwich) Ltd
Math o swydd:	Parhaol
Cyfeirnod swydd:	0000076537-43277

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Contracts Manager – Commercial Build Main Contractor
Location: Cambridge
Salary: £75-£80k + package
Employment Type: Permanent

Our client, a respected commercial build main contractor with a strong presence across Cambridge and the wider region, is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to join their senior team. This is a key leadership role for someone who can confidently oversee multiple projects, drive programme performance, and maintain strong client relationships.

The Role
As Contracts Manager, you will take operational responsibility for a portfolio of commercial projects—typically ranging from £5m–£25m. You’ll support project teams from pre-construction through to handover, ensuring delivery is safe, profitable, and aligned with the contractor’s quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple live projects, ensuring performance on cost, quality, and programme

  
  

• Lead and support project managers, site teams, and operational staff

  
  

• Maintain excellent relationships with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners

  
  

• Review project progress, report to senior leadership, and implement corrective actions where necessary

  
  

• Ensure compliance with health & safety and company procedures

  
  

• Contribute to tender reviews and pre-construction planning where required

  
  

• Drive high standards of project delivery and customer satisfaction

  
  

  About You
  We’re looking for a strong, organised leader with a commercial build background. You’ll be comfortable managing several projects at once and have a solid track record working for a main contractor.

  Ideal Background:

  • Proven experience as a Contracts Manager or Senior Project Manager ready to step up

    
    

  • Strong understanding of commercial build projects (education, offices, mixed-use, healthcare, etc.)

    
    

  • Clear leadership ability and confidence managing multiple PMs and site teams

    
    

  • Excellent communication and client-facing skills

    
    

  • Strong commercial awareness and understanding of programme management

    
    

  • Based within commutable distance of Cambridge

    
    

    Why This Opportunity?
    This contractor is known for stable leadership, sensible workloads, and long-term client relationships. You’ll join a company that values its people and provides clear progression routes at senior level.

    How to Apply
    For a confidential discussion please contact Jenny Saban in our Cambridge office or to be considered please submit your CV