Senior Contracts Manager

Candidate Profile - Senior Construction Contracts Manager Salary Band: £70,000 - £80,000 + Package

Background Required:

Must come from main contractor background (SME preferred)

Proven track record in public-sector construction projects

Experience managing projects valued £500k - £8m

Currently operating at senior/head of contracts level

Demonstrable experience in framework delivery

Strong presence in Wales/West Midlands construction sector preferred

Essential Experience:

Minimum 8 years in construction contract management

Must demonstrate projects delivered ahead of programme

Strong history of maintaining project margins

Experience with public sector frameworks

Proven stakeholder management at senior level

NEC4 and JCT contract expertise

Track record of successful supply chain management

Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously

History of implementing process improvements

Technical Skills:

Expert understanding of construction contracts

Strong commercial and contractual awareness

Proven risk management capabilities

Advanced understanding of public sector procurement

Proficient with construction management software

Ability to analyse and improve project performance

Qualifications:

MCIOB preferred

Degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or related field

Full UK driving licence

Personal Attributes:

Strong leadership capabilities

Excellent communication skills at all levels

Strategic thinker with commercial acumen

Results-driven with a proven track record

Ambitious with director-level potential

Key Differentiators to Look For:

Evidence of early project completion

History of cost savings/margin improvements

Experience with Welsh Government frameworks

Track record of process improvement

Strong client relationships in public sector

Team development experience

Items of Concern:

Limited public sector experience

No framework experience

Purely residential/private sector background

Limited contract administration experience

No demonstrable project successes

Further Notes:

Seeking future director potential

Must be able to provide specific examples of project success

Regional knowledge essential

Public sector relationships are highly valued

Additional Requirements:

Notice period details required

Must be able to travel throughout Wales/West Midlands

Current framework experience to be detailed in CV

References from public sector clients preferred