Job Description
Excellent opportunity for an experienced Contracts Manager to join a leading construction company based in Bury St Edmunds.Salary: £55,000 starting salary, negotiable depending on experienceLocation: Bury St Edmunds head office with multi-site travelJob Type: Full Time PermanentBenefits: Company car.
Experience, qualification, and soft skills, have you got everything required to succeed in this opportunity Find out below.
Pension scheme, healthcare, annual leaveThe CompanyThey provide professional building services across Bury St.
Edmunds, Suffolk, and across the region.
As award-winning building contractors, they combine traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to deliver exceptional results on every project.
They are a team of passionate craftspeople committed to creating and restoring beautiful buildings and preserving our heritage for future generations.From new builds and extensions to heritage restorations, they handle projects of all sizes with precision and care.
They are a rapidly growing company, and committed to recruiting talented, experienced and dedicated professionals.Key ResponsibilitiesOperational Project DeliveryOversee multiple concurrent commercial, residential, and specialist heritage/listed building projects from inception to handover.Develop, monitor, and update detailed construction programs.Coordinate site logistics and plant hire to ensure maximum operational efficiency.Lead regular progress meetings and provide clear financial and operational updates to the Managing Director.Heritage, Conservation & Safety ComplianceEnsure strict adherence to Historic England guidelines, Conservation Area rules, and Listed Building Consents.Source specialist traditional materials (e.g., lime mortars, historic timbers) and vetted heritage craftspeople.Champion health and safety compliance across all live construction environments.Produce and implement Construction Phase Plans, RAMS, and environmental policies.Leadership & Stakeholder RelationsDirectly manage and mentor site managers, trade teams, and subcontractors.Act as the lead point of contact for conservation officers, architects, structural engineers, and clients.Build strong relationships with high-net-worth clients and commercial developers to secure repeat business.Financial & Commercial ManagementTake full ownership of project budgets, cost control, cash flow, and overall project profitability.Manage the procurement process, including sourcing, vetting, and appointing subcontractors and material suppliers.Value completed site works, issue interim payment applications, and finalize accounts with clients and subcontractors.Identify, document, and price variations or change orders promptly to safeguard company margins.Qualifications & RequirementsExperience: Minimum 57 years of dual operational and commercial management experience within a building firm, with a proven track record in delivering successful, high quality and profitable projects.Skills: Strong financial expertise with hands-on experience in quantity surveying tasks (estimating, valuations, final accounts).Technical Knowledge: Expert understanding of traditional building techniques and standard JCT/NEC contract mechanisms.Certifications: Valid CSCS Black Card, SMSTS, and First Aid at Work certificate.Qualifications: HND/Degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or Building Conservation is highly advantageous.Transportation: Full UK Driving Licence for regular multi-site travel across the region.If you have the relevant skills/attributes to fulfil this role and want to be part of a rapidly growing company then please apply now for immediate consideration.The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. xwwtmva
All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.
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