Contracts Manager – Exeter

Permanent

£65,000 & £5,000 car allowance

We are working with a respected regional contractor to recruit an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee multiple construction schemes across the region – projects will range from residential new builds, commercial refurbishments and smaller renovation schemes.

Responsibilities:

• Manage all on-site teams, ensuring projects run to programme and budget.
• Prepare detailed construction programmes and progress reports.
• Represent the company at monthly client and project meetings.
• Support Site Managers with H&S compliance, RAMS, and CPP.
• Assist the commercial team with procurement, programming, and risk management.
• Ensure projects meet quality, safety, and client expectations.
• Utilise Microsoft Project and Microsoft 365 for planning and reporting.

About You:

• Senior management experience with a principal or main contractor.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes and JCT contracts.
• Track record of managing multiple projects concurrently.
• Excellent leadership, organisation, and client-facing skills.
• In date SMSTS and First Aid is essential.
• Temporary Works Coordinator experience is desirable.

Package & Benefits:

• £65,000 salary + £5,000 car allowance.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Pension scheme.
• Mileage: 45p per mile (first 10,000 miles).
• Excellent career progression opportunities.

To Apply

For a confidential discussion, contact Jo or Abbie on 01752 421888.

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