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Contracts Manager

Contracts Manager

Posted 2 weeks ago by Hays on Linkedin

Job Description: The role of Contracts Manager involves managing contract processes for a multidisciplinary construction and project management consultancy focused on sustainable projects. The position requires drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts while ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in construction contracts, particularly in fit-out and refurbishment, and will support the company's mission of delivering environmentally responsible solutions. This freelance role offers flexibility and the opportunity to work on meaningful projects in a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers
  • Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and company standards
  • Manage the full contract lifecycle from pre-construction to project completion
  • Provide expert contractual advice to project teams and stakeholders
  • Identify and mitigate contractual risks
  • Maintain accurate records and documentation

Skills Required:

  • Proven experience as a Contracts Manager in the construction, especially Fitout & Refurb experience
  • Strong working knowledge of JCT and NEC contracts
  • Excellent negotiation, communication, and organisational skills
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • A keen eye for detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving
  • Interest or experience in sustainable construction is a strong advantage
  • SMSTS, First Aid & CSCS is a bonus

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Greater Manchester

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

Your new company

Your New Company is a multidisciplinary construction and project management consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, sustainable construction projects across the North West. They specialise in commercial and public sector projects, working closely with Public Sector Clients, such as Education, Healthcare, Leisure & Blue Light, offering end-to-end services from feasibility and planning through to construction and handover. Their mission is to create spaces that are not only functional and aesthetically pleasing but also environmentally responsible. They work closely with clients, architects, and contractors to ensure every project reflects their core values: integrity, innovation, and sustainability. With a growing portfolio and a commitment to excellence, Your New Company is at the forefront of shaping a greener, smarter built environment.

Your new role

My client are seeking an experienced Freelance Contracts Manager to join their team on a flexible, project-by-project basis. This role is ideal for a proactive and detail-oriented professional who can manage contract processes efficiently while supporting their mission to deliver sustainable construction solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers
  • Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and company standards
  • Manage the full contract lifecycle from pre-construction to project completion
  • Provide expert contractual advice to project teams and stakeholders
  • Identify and mitigate contractual risks
  • Maintain accurate records and documentation

What you'll need to succeed

Proven experience as a Contracts Manager in the construction, especially Fitout & Refurb experience
Strong working knowledge of JCT and NEC contracts
Excellent negotiation, communication, and organisational skills
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
A keen eye for detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving
Interest or experience in sustainable construction is a strong advantage
SMSTS, First Aid & CSCS is a bonus

What you'll get in return

Opportunity to contribute to meaningful, sustainability-driven projects
Supportive and collaborative team culture
Opportunity to go permanent
Competitive freelance rates
Work with a company that values innovation, quality, and environmental responsibility

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Rate:

Negotiable

Location:

Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom

IR35 Status:

Undetermined

Remote Status:

Undetermined

Industry:

Other

Seniority Level:

Not Specified

Job Description: The role of Contracts Manager involves managing contract processes for a multidisciplinary construction and project management consultancy focused on sustainable projects. The position requires drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts while ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in construction contracts, particularly in fit-out and refurbishment, and will support the company's mission of delivering environmentally responsible solutions. This freelance role offers flexibility and the opportunity to work on meaningful projects in a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers
  • Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and company standards
  • Manage the full contract lifecycle from pre-construction to project completion
  • Provide expert contractual advice to project teams and stakeholders
  • Identify and mitigate contractual risks
  • Maintain accurate records and documentation

Skills Required:

  • Proven experience as a Contracts Manager in the construction, especially Fitout & Refurb experience
  • Strong working knowledge of JCT and NEC contracts
  • Excellent negotiation, communication, and organisational skills
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • A keen eye for detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving
  • Interest or experience in sustainable construction is a strong advantage
  • SMSTS, First Aid & CSCS is a bonus

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Greater Manchester

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

Your new company

Your New Company is a multidisciplinary construction and project management consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, sustainable construction projects across the North West. They specialise in commercial and public sector projects, working closely with Public Sector Clients, such as Education, Healthcare, Leisure & Blue Light, offering end-to-end services from feasibility and planning through to construction and handover. Their mission is to create spaces that are not only functional and aesthetically pleasing but also environmentally responsible. They work closely with clients, architects, and contractors to ensure every project reflects their core values: integrity, innovation, and sustainability. With a growing portfolio and a commitment to excellence, Your New Company is at the forefront of shaping a greener, smarter built environment.

Your new role

My client are seeking an experienced Freelance Contracts Manager to join their team on a flexible, project-by-project basis. This role is ideal for a proactive and detail-oriented professional who can manage contract processes efficiently while supporting their mission to deliver sustainable construction solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers
  • Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and company standards
  • Manage the full contract lifecycle from pre-construction to project completion
  • Provide expert contractual advice to project teams and stakeholders
  • Identify and mitigate contractual risks
  • Maintain accurate records and documentation

What you'll need to succeed

Proven experience as a Contracts Manager in the construction, especially Fitout & Refurb experience
Strong working knowledge of JCT and NEC contracts
Excellent negotiation, communication, and organisational skills
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
A keen eye for detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving
Interest or experience in sustainable construction is a strong advantage
SMSTS, First Aid & CSCS is a bonus

What you'll get in return

Opportunity to contribute to meaningful, sustainability-driven projects
Supportive and collaborative team culture
Opportunity to go permanent
Competitive freelance rates
Work with a company that values innovation, quality, and environmental responsibility

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

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