Contract Manager
Colchester
-45,000 + bens
Hybrid working
Monday-Friday | 9:00am-5:30pm

Our client is looking for a Contract Manager to join their growing team and take ownership of projects from initial client enquiry through to construction delivery.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a construction or commercial fit-out background who enjoys managing project pricing, supplier relationships, and client negotiations while ensuring projects are commercially successful.
Working closely with the Operations Director, you''ll play a key role in supporting operational efficiency, managing supplier frameworks, and identifying opportunities for business growth.
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The Role
As Contract Manager, you will be responsible for the commercial performance of projects, ensuring pricing accuracy, cost control, and strong supplier relationships.
You will work closely with our Design and Project Delivery teams to deliver successful outcomes for clients while maintaining strong commercial oversight.
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Key Responsibilities
* Lead pricing, cost control, and commercial management of projects
* Manage supplier and subcontractor frameworks, contracts, and negotiations
* Oversee project costing and ensure profitability targets are met
* Prepare contracts and manage smooth handovers to delivery teams
* Build strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and partners
* Lead tender submissions and framework applications
* Attend client and supplier meetings where required
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What We''re Looking For
* Strong background in construction (ideally commercial fit-out)
* Proven experience in pricing, scoping, and cost management
* Experience managing supplier or subcontractor frameworks
* Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills
* Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
* Highly organised with strong attention to detail
* Experience using commercial systems such as Synergist (or similar)
* Strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)
Desirable:
Project or Construction Management qualification | CSCS Card | Health & Safety qualifications
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Benefits
* 35 days holiday including bank holidays
* Birthday leave after probation
* Tax-free EOT bonus
* Group Life Assurance
* Optional Private Medical Insurance (after 1 year)
* Auto-enrolment pension (3% employer contribution after 3 months)
* Long service awards every 5 years
* Employee of the Quarter programme
* Referral bonus scheme
* Benefits platform from day one



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