347 Contracts Manager jobs in the United Kingdom

* Circa 75k, 7.5k Car Allowance + Private Healthcare + 10% Bonus
* Senior level role in a highly regarded, manufacturing and electrical services business
* Play an integral role within their ongoing success and future
* Collaborative and professional work environment, excellent retention

Are you a Commercial Contracts Manager with an appreciation of the laws that underpin a contract?

Do you want to join a global leading business where you'll play an integral role in the commercial team, identifying pitfalls, resolving disputes, and supporting senior managers with their understanding of contract law?

As a Commercial Contracts Manager, you will act as a support function to operations and engineering, using a streetwise approach to review contracts and minimise risk. You'll support senior managers advising on best practice and step in when required to protect the company's interests.

You will build relations with senior management, supporting their contractual understanding and recognising gaps to recommend training and development.

With over a century of heritage and a global reputation as a market leader, this company has fantastic employee retention, commitment to professional development, and unrivalled progression opportunities. This is a great time to get on board and play a key role in their future.

This role would suit a Commercial Contracts Manager with an appreciation of the laws that underpin a contract, looking for a challenging role supporting business operations.

DUTIES
* Supporting senior management with contracts, identifying pitfalls, minimising risk, maximising value
* Day to day managing insurance claims, resolving disputes
* Building relationships with managers, supporting their commercial understanding of contracts
* Office based when not visiting colleagues on site - this role is NOT hybrid.

PERSON
* Commercial Manager with an appreciation of the laws that underpin a contract
* Experience resolving disputes, insurance claims, identifying pitfalls or similar
* Happy to be collaborative and support Operations & Engineering departments

Contract, Commercial, Manager, Contracts, Law, Legal, Compliance, Governance, Engineering, Power, Marine, Defence, Oil, Gas, Manufacturing, Construction, M&E, QS, Quantity Surveying, Estimating, Tendering, Tender, Coventry, Rugby, Leamington, Northampton, Birmingham

TF:173

Role: Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: Newcastle with Travel to Scotland - Hybrid working

Start Date: ASAP

Pay Rate: 500 - 600 P/day LTD co.

OUTSIDE IR35

Duration: 12 months

Location of Work

Successful candidate would be required to be flexible working from the following locations to suit the needs of the project.

• Mixture of Siemens Head office Newcastle Upon Tyne / home working permitted on a flexible basis to be agreed with candidate.
• Regular visits to site to review progress of construction and attend key meetings, note sites located throughout Scottland

Person Profile

• Experience in Quantity Surveying / Contract Management and/or commercial project management
• Knowledge and familiarity with a variety of Construction and Engineering Forms of Contract; in particular extensive experience with the NEC Contract. FIDIC and MF/1 desirable
• Experience with M&E + Civil construction would be advantageous.
• Experience in setting up and negotiating terms and conditions of subcontracts.
• Experience in project budgeting, financial management of risk, opportunities, and claims
• Chartered Quantity Surveyor would be advantageous (RICS / CICES)
• Competent in Claim Management
• Commercially Competent including understanding the principles of contract law.
• Competent in working collaboratively and cooperatively with the project
• Competent negotiator

Role / Responsibilities

• Supports the Project Manager & Commercial Project manager in identifying, evaluating, and assessing risks & opportunities.
• Takes ownership and administers subcontracts on a day-to-day basis.
• Manages subcontract / supplier final account settlements.
• Ensures timely submission of contractual notifications.
• Submission and management of payment applications in accordance with terms of contract.
• Provides timely updates to the Project Manager & Commercial Project manager on the accurate financial status, including forecast out-turn position, of project subcontractors / key supplier accounts.
• Attends Project meetings with Site, Customer and Joint Venture Partner stakeholders at their Office premises or construction sites.
• Takes ownership and management of Project Change Management and Claims, relating to both the main Contract with our Customers and our subcontractors / key suppliers.
• Collaborates and effectively communicates with the wider Project team, giving contractual advice relative to the successful execution of the Project.
• Supports the procurement department by advising on and drafting contractual terms and conditions for the placement of Project Subcontract work packages.
• Liaises with our legal team, reviewing and evaluating subcontract terms and conditions aligned to our main customer contracts.
• Identifying, evaluating, and following up on all events relevant for incoming and outgoing claims / compensation events.
• Collecting, preparing, analysing, and managing relevant claim / variation particulars for the preparation and drafting, or defence, of submissions to / from our Customers and subcontractors / key suppliers, in line with contract timescales.
• Performing quantum and/or delay analyses to establish causation for relevant events impacting the scope of works or project schedule.
• Provides contractual advice and support to our Project teams regarding the effective execution of customer contracts and subcontracts.
• Pursuing and / or defending incoming and outgoing claims; including the collation of relevant project records, documentation and appropriate evidence / facts, through to satisfactory conclusion
• Establishing and substantiating cause and effect necessary to demonstrate entitlement to quantum and / or additional time under the Contract.
• Actively builds positive relationships with our Customer, Joint Venture Partner and Subcontract / Key Supplier teams.
• Developing and improving contract and claim management processes and strategies

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Commercial / Contracts Manager (Heavy Lifting)

55,000 Onwards (DOE) + Highly Autonomous + Bonus + Private Healthcare + Hybrid + 33 Days Holiday

Office and Site role, commutable from Avonmouth, Bristol, Portishead, Clevedon, Nailsea and surrounding areas.

Are you a Commercial / Contracts Manager within the Heavy Lifting / Marine / Infrastructure / Civils industries or similar, looking to join a global logistics company where you have the autonomy to oversee a variety of interesting projects, receive further technical training and enjoy a fantastic company benefits package?

This a great opportunity to join an industry leader where you will be recognised as a technical expert to take lead in managing large scale contracts within the commercial team, as well as receive further support to develop through further training.

This company are a premier provider of specialized logistics and transportation solutions who cater to a range of heavy industries; they have built their reputation for delivering innovative and cost effective services in heavy lifting and project cargo handling. Due to high demand for their services and exponential growth, they are looking to bolster their team to support their long term plans.

On offer is a Contracts Manager role where you will be responsible for overseeing key commercial contracts, managing relationships with key stakeholders, and leading the commercial / contracts team.

This role would suit a Commercial or Contracts Manager from the Heavy Lifting / Crane / Infrastructure / Civils industries that is looking for a highly autonomous role where you will be recognised for your technical excellence.

The Role:

• Commercial Contract Management
• Highly Autonomous
• Site and office based, travel required

The Person:

• Commercial / Contracts Manager
• Heavy Lifting / Crane / Infrastructure / Civils industry experience
• Full UK Driving License

Keywords: Contracts Manager, Commercial Manager, Project Manager, Quantity Surveyor

Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed)

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Tom Mills at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Working arrangements

Please note this role does offer hybrid working, our model sets out a minimum 60% onsite / 40% home working split.

Overview

The Commercial team supports the business to optimise our relationships with partners, collaborators and customers whilst protecting Tokamak Energy’s interests and securing the business’s future success.

As the Contracts and Commercial Manager you will play a crucial role in drafting and negotiating agreements across the breadth of business activities, which may range from securing funding opportunities to providing services to customers. Within this varied role, you will also help shape the company contracting strategy and procedures to enable efficient and consistent solutions to complex contracting scenarios. You will be closely involved with a number of projects from an early stage to facilitate understanding of the primary business objectives and to help to shape our third party relationships through a commercial and contractual lens. You will aid in ensuing ongoing compliance with existing contracts by providing support to a variety of teams.

This role is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the success of Tokamak Energy and the wider clean energy sector.

Requirements

In this role, you will:

• Draft and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including MOUs, Collaboration Agreements, Sales Agreements, Purchasing Agreements, and Research Agreements
• Negotiate bespoke agreements for strategic opportunities
• Develop a detailed understanding of the business, using this to efficiently and effectively negotiate contracts
• Use knowledge of law to develop pragmatic and creative solutions balancing risk, resource, and delivery
• Engage stakeholders across the businesses at the appropriate level, building and maintaining strong relationships with multiple individuals and teams
• Work with teams across the business to prioritize, set expectations and manage demand
• Assist in the development and implementation of policies, procedures and ways of works relating to contracting
• Assist in the evolution of our template contracts
• Contribute to training on contracts both across the company and within the team
• Opportunities to take on line management responsibilities based on performance and skills set

Requirements

• Relevant degree or qualification within legal discipline, or equivalent experience
• Detailed understand of contract law, with complementary knowledge in other fields
• Demonstratable experience in application of law to business scenarios and developing commercially focused solutions
• Experience negotiating across a diverse range of contracts
• Advanced skills in legal research and application of research to complex scenarios
• Excellent attention to detail and analysis skills
• Highly organised with extensive experience independently prioritising and driving delivery to deadlines
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in an agile setting
• Proactive attitude and a drive to excel
• Good understanding of, and experience with agreements with a heavy emphasis on intellectual property rights is desirable
• Experience in a rapidly evolving company or on pre-commercialisation projects is desirable

Benefits

• Salary dependent on skills and experience and will be discussed from the outset
• 28 days (inclusive of festive break) holiday plus bank holidays
• Eligible for discretionary performance related bonus
• Share options scheme
• Pension scheme
• Financial benefits – including; group life insurance, critical illness, health cash plan and discount scheme 
• Innovation and Merit bonuses
• Investment in training and development to support career progression
• Opportunity to work on and contribute to world class innovation

Company background

What if there was a limitless, safe, clean, low-cost energy source, providing much needed global energy security?  What if that energy source could also help address climate change?  The answer is fusion energy – the power of the stars. Tokamak Energy is a leading global commercial fusion energy company based near Oxford with have an unrivalled track record designing and operating spherical tokamaks; the optimal route to commercial fusion.

In addition to fusion, Tokamak Energy is recognised as a world leader in transformative High Temperature Superconducting (HTS) magnet technology. Our dedicated HTS magnet team, in collaboration with key manufacturing partners, is focussed on enabling new levels of performance and becoming the leading supplier of HTS magnets to multiple markets, including renewable energy, medicine, science and propulsion in water, land, air and space. 

The company, founded in 2009 as a spin-off from UK Atomic Energy Authority, currently employs a growing team of over 260 people with experts from the UK and around the world.  It combines world leading scientific, engineering, industrial and commercial capabilities.  The company has more than 75 families of patent applications and has raised $335 million, comprising $75m from private investors and 60m from the UK and U.S. governments.  Our U.S. subsidiary, Tokamak Energy Inc, was established in 2019.

Come and be a part of a dynamic and innovative team striving to provide a solution to one of humanity’s greatest challenges: clean and sustainable fusion energy for all.

Important information for candidates

Pre-employment screening

Please note that the appointment of the successful candidate will be subject to standard pre-employment screening, as applicable to the post. This will include right-to-work, proof of identity and references.

Data privacy

Please note that any personal data submitted to Tokamak Energy as part of the job application process will be processed in accordance with the GDPR and related UK data protection legislation, for more information regarding GDPR please see: 

Equality of opportunity

Entry into employment with the Tokamak Energy and progression within employment will be determined only by personal merit and the application of criteria which are related to the duties of each post and the relevant salary structure. In all cases, ability to perform the job will be the primary consideration. No applicant or member of staff shall be discriminated against because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Contracts Manager (Commercial Flooring)

Commutable from surrounding areas such as Derby, Ilkeston, Nottingham, and Loughborough

40,000 - 60,000 + Progression + Car/Car Allowance + Benefits

This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual with commercial flooring experience to join a long-established and highly respected commercial flooring company, where you'll work on a variety of exciting, high-value projects in a role that offers progression, autonomy and a generous salary and package.

Do you have knowledge of commercial flooring? Do you have experience visiting sites and managing projects?

This is a well-established, family-run business specialising in the delivery of high-quality commercial flooring solutions nationwide. With project values typically ranging from 40,000 to 50,000-and reaching up to 300,000-the company offers a comprehensive range of supply and installation services across all types of commercial environments. Due to their strong industry reputation and continued growth, they are now seeking a skilled Contracts Manager to join their expanding team.

In this role you will oversee multiple commercial flooring projects ensuring they are delivered successfully. Key responsibilities include preparing and tendering contract documents, issuing quotations, liaising with clients, estimating, and managing multiple tenders, to name a few.

The ideal candidate will have experience running projects on site with substantial commercial flooring knowledge. This is an office-based role with weekly site visits.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established commercial flooring company in a role offering progression, autonomy, along with a generous salary and package.

The Role

• Overseeing multiple commercial flooring projects
• Managing multiple tenders
• Liaising with clients
• Issuing quotations

The Person:

• Commercial flooring knowledge
• Experience running projects on site
• Commutable distance to the office (Derby, Ilkeston, Nottingham, and Loughborough)
• Drivers licence

Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed)

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact David Freeman at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications, and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Contracts Manager – Energy Distribution – East England – Up to £90,000 salary

My client provides an end-to-end service, delivering solutions in electricity transmission, distribution, renewable energy, EV, metering and home decarbonisation.
This role will be within the Distribution and connections division. As one of the largest Independent Connection Providers (ICP’s) in the UK, they support distribution network operations across infrastructure.

Their team installs and maintains distribution networks and ensures reliable connections for customers. carrying out electrical planned work, customer connections and network reinforcement.

Are you ready to take on the challenge of managing the delivery of HV Cabling projects in the East of England for UKPN?

As a Contracts Manager, youll oversee the entire lifecycle of projects, from the initial design and development stages to the successful completion of site delivery.

What will you be doing?
Youll support the project delivery team, represent the company in client meetings, and provide commercial support.
Youll track and demonstrate progress through project stages, contribute to project governance, and assist in scoping, pricing, and creating project delivery programmes.
Compliance with procedures and legislation is key, encouraging innovation and cost-effective methods.
Working with the estimating team on tender processes is also a key part of the role.

Candidate Essentials
• 5+ years in large capital delivery programmes
• Understanding of engineering policy, procedure, and legislation
• Ability to lead a team and build client relationships
• Develop processes to improve outputs and measure success
• HV power engineering/cabling experience, HNC/Degree in Engineering, or NEBOSH Safety Management qualification preferred but not required
• Full UK Drivers Licence as some travel will be required

• Long-term, secure workload through Network Rail frameworks
• Office-based role with a great team culture – everyone pulls together
• Real ownership of your work – you’re not just a cog in the machine
• No late nights or weekend work – we value work-life balance
• Free on-site parking, company pension, and 25 days holiday + bank holidays

• Managing the full commercial lifecycle of rail building refurbishment projects
• Preparing and negotiating contracts, managing variations, and tracking costs
• Producing accurate forecasts, cost reports, and financial summaries
• Working closely with site and project teams to monitor progress and performance
• Overseeing subcontractor agreements, performance, and payments
• Supporting bids, tenders, and business development activity
• Ensuring compliance with commercial, health & safety, and quality standards

• Experienced Commercial Manager or Contracts Manager
• Background in construction, civils, or rail infrastructure
• Strong knowledge of building contracts and commercial frameworks
• Confident negotiator with great attention to detail
• Organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple live projects

Are you an experienced Contracts Manager with a background in residential groundworks? Looking for more than just another job?

Join a leading civil engineering and groundworks contractor, delivering infrastructure and groundwork packages for major residential developers across the South West.

Our client has a strong pipeline of residential projects and a reputation for quality, they are expanding the operations team and looking for a proactive, hands-on Contracts Manager to oversee multiple sites and ensure smooth delivery from start to finish.

The company pride themselves on a positive, supportive culture where collaboration, respect, and high standards drive success. If you're someone who takes ownership, leads by example, and thrives in a fast-paced environment, this could be the role for you!

Duties & Responsibilities:

Manage and deliver multiple residential groundwork projects, from pre-start to handover

Coordinate with site managers, clients, and subcontractors to ensure efficient delivery

Oversee budgets, schedules, and health & safety standards

Lead site teams with a focus on quality, safety, and performance

Solve problems on-site and maintain excellent client relationships

Report progress to senior management and contribute to continuous improvement

What You'll Bring:

Proven experience as a Contracts Manager

Knowledge of all aspects of residential groundworks including foundations, roads, drainage, and infrastructure

Excellent project and people management skills

Commercially astute with good contract and cost control knowledge

Strong leadership and communication skills

A proactive, can-do attitude and a team-first approach

Full UK driving licence

Why Join?

Be part of a growing company with exciting long-term plans

Enjoy a genuine team culture where your voice is heard and valued

Receive a competitive salary, company vehicle or allowance, bonus scheme, and more

Work with a leadership team that invests in people and supports your development

Deliver meaningful projects that shape communities

If you're passionate about making a tangible impact in the construction industry , please contact John Ashcroft on (phone number removed) for more information.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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The Company

I'm working with a leading Construction contractor based in the West Midlands, who specialise in Civil Engineering, Fit Out and New Build.

Their projects range from 50K to 8M and they are forecasted to grow considerably over the next 12-24 months. Their projects sit in auto-motive, industrial and commercial and can be ground works, fit out, refurb and new-build.

The role

They are looking for a Contracts Manager who can comfortably work high to volume of works, at pace, between the values of 50k-2M.

This role sits in their Operational team reporting directly to the MD and has the potential to offer significant progression opportunities.

Our client is a brilliant business, with exciting ambitions and a positive commercial outlook. They want to invest in someone who has the right experience and attitude in construction who wants to develop and be part of the exciting expansions plans.

The package

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced person to make their mark on a growing business.

In return they are offering up to 70K plus package, a supportive environment committed to work-life balance and an opportunity to work on high profile projects.

Pay: 60,000.00-70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company car
• Company events
• Company pension
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Paid volunteer time

To apply please forward your CV to (url removed)