Careers

We are currently seeking:

Contracts Manager (Full-time, Permanent) 

DATE: 18th Feb 2026

CLOSING DATE: 25th March 2026

Role Purpose

The role is responsible for overseeing the effective planning, coordination, and delivery of construction contracts / projects from pre start to completion ensuring they are completed profitably, compliant with health and safety, on time and to an acceptable standard whilst maintaining and promoting strong client relationships.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities

This may be subject to change.

Lead, Manage, Accountability
  • Lead by example, aligning team performance with company values, strategy, and goals.
  • Provide clear direction, communicate expectations, and hold people accountable.
  • Manage resources effectively and support recruitment and development of talent.
  • Oversee third-party contractors/consultants as required.
Key Operational Accountabilities
  • Contribute to tender programmes and oversee all construction contracts.
  • Manage sub-contracts, pre-start conditions, service applications, and design approvals.
  • Appoint and coordinate engineers, assessors, and specialists as required.
  • Liaise with contractors to control scope, programme, quality, cost, and variations.
  • Review valuations and approve monthly payments.
  • Oversee defects, snagging, inspections, H&S compliance, and contractor performance.
  • Manage risks through reporting, registers, and corrective actions.
  • Produce KPI, expenditure, and performance reports.
  • Compile audit, FOI, statutory, and internal reporting data.
  • Build and maintain strong client, contractor, and stakeholder relationships.
  • Provide contract advice, including escalation and dispute resolution.
Strategy and Relationships
  • Contribute to company strategy and translate it into operational plans.
  • Ensure customer and stakeholder satisfaction.
  • Represent the company positively at industry events.
Financial and  Business Reporting
  • Prepare management reports.
  • Support forecasting, procurement, budgeting, and cost control.
  • Monitor performance, profitability, and improvement opportunities.
  • Provide technical insight.
Business Improvement

 

  • Drive continuous improvement and innovation.
  • Enhance processes, systems, and resource allocation to improve efficiency.
Compliance and Risk Management

 

  • Identify and manage operational risks and ensure system compliance.
  • Review policies/procedures with SLT and enforce HR compliance.
  • Ensure health, safety, and wellbeing standards are consistently met.

 

The post holder will be expected to undertake any other duties that may be reasonably required by the Company. This list of responsibilities is not exhaustive and this job description is subject to review and change based on business need.

Criteria
Essential
Desirable

Qualifications and Training

  1. Qualification in a trade or construction management, site supervision or a related field.

     2. Minimum 3 years experience in a construction project management role.

1. Valid CSR Card

2.  SMSTS

Experience

     3. Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials and industrial                   practices

     4. Knowledge of JCT, GC works and NEC

     5. Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders effectively.

     6. Have a full Driving license

 

IT

     7. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

 

 

The post holder will be expected to undertake any other duties that may be reasonably required by the Company. This list of responsibilities is not exhaustive, and this job description is subject to review and change based on business need.

To apply, please email your CV to info@strand-homes.co.uk 

CLOSING DATE: 25th March 2026