Contracts Manager – Tier 1 Main Contractor
Location: Cambridge
Salary: £90-£100k + Package
Projects: Major Schemes totalling £100m+

We are partnering with a leading Tier 1 main contractor to appoint an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee a portfolio of high-value commercial construction projects. This is a senior leadership role suited to an individual with a proven track record managing complex schemes at scale.

The Role:
As Contracts Manager, you will take responsibility for multiple live projects, ensuring they are delivered safely, profitably, and to the highest standards. You will provide strategic oversight, support project teams, and act as a key point of contact for clients, consultants, and stakeholders. This is a high-impact role at the heart of the organisation’s regional operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the successful delivery of commercial construction projects totalling £100m+
Provide operational leadership and support to Project Managers and site teams
Ensure robust planning, risk management, and programme oversight across all sites
Maintain a strong commercial focus, managing budgets and ensuring profitable delivery
Uphold all health, safety, and quality standards across each project
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners
Drive best practice, continuous improvement, and consistent delivery excellence

About You:

Demonstrable experience working as a Contracts Manager or Senior Project Manager within a Tier 1 main contractor
Proven background delivering major construction schemes in excess of £100m
Proven background in delivering projects within the education sector
Strong commercial awareness and strategic leadership capabilities
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to lead multiple project teams simultaneously while maintaining exceptional standards
A forward-thinking, solutions-focused approach to large-scale project delivery

To be considered for this role please apply with your CV or for a confidential conversation please contact Jenny Saban in our Cambridge office