Job DescriptionContracts Manager – Retail ProjectsLondon-based (with UK site travel)Full-time, PermanentGeneral ContractorSalary : up to £80k, dependent on experienceWe’re on the lookout for a driven Contracts Manager with solid experience in retail fit-out and construction, who’s ready to take full ownership of projects — from pre-construction through to handover.This is a senior, hands-on role where you’ll be managing multiple high-profile contracts, working directly with clients, consultants, and site teams. You’ll be empowered to run your projects end-to-end, ensuring they’re delivered on time, on budget, and to a high standard. For the right person, there’s real opportunity here: the business is growing, and this role has been designed with progression in mind — with room to shape your position and grow your own delivery team.Key Responsibilities:Lead retail fit-out and construction projects from inception to completionManage all aspects of contract delivery — programming, procurement, budgets, quality, and safetyBuild and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and supply chainWork closely with internal teams across estimating, commercial, and operationsOversee site teams to ensure smooth execution and resolution of issuesEnsure projects are completed in line with contractual obligations and client expectationsContribute to improving systems and delivery processesPlay a key role in the development and expansion of the delivery teamSupport recruitment and mentoring of junior staff as the business growsWhat You’ll Bring:Strong track record delivering fast-paced retail construction or fit-out projectsExperience managing full project lifecycles, ideally in a main contractor settingKnowledge of JCT and other contract typesExcellent organisational and leadership skills — confident directing multiple moving partsA commercial mindset with the ability to manage budgets and riskClear communicator and problem-solver who thrives under pressureAble to travel to sites across the UK as requiredSMSTS and CSCS ()Why This Role?Real ownership — run your own projects, not just segmentsJoin a growing, ambitious team with long-standing client relationshipsWork on exciting UK-wide retail schemesBe part of the company’s growth story — with scope to shape your role and teamSupportive leadership that values initiative, integrity, and collaboration

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