Contracts Manager

Contracts Manager – Fit-Out / Interiors (Joinery Focus) Preston (Office-Based) £50,000–£60,000 + Company Van + Package Permanent / Temp to Perm I’m working with a well-established interior refurbishment contractor based in Preston, and they’re looking to bring in an experienced Contracts Manager to take ownership of their project delivery function. They’re a close-knit team with a strong pipeline of work across the education and commercial sectors, and this is a key hire for the business. The Role This is a hands-on role, suited to someone who understands how projects are delivered on-site, not just on paper. You’ll be responsible for overseeing multiple refurbishment projects at once, managing everything from initial planning through to completion. Key responsibilities include: Managing multiple projects across the North West (from South Birmingham up to Cumbria) Planning and sequencing works, ensuring projects are delivered on time Coordinating subcontractors and internal teams across multiple sites Acting as the main point of contact for both site teams and clients Attending site to check quality, progress and H&S compliance Measuring, planning and ordering fitted furniture (a core part of their work) Supporting junior PMs during busy periodsWhat They’re Looking For They want someone who’s been there and done it, someone who can walk onto site and immediately know what’s right and what isn’t. Background “on the tools” – ideally joinery, but other trades considered Experience within fit-out / refurbishment projects Strong experience measuring and planning kitchen or fitted furniture installs Comfortable managing multiple jobs at once SMSTS or SSSTS + CSCS card Confident using Excel / programming software (or similar) Full UK driving licenceMost importantly, they want someone practical who understands how to get jobs delivered, not just managed. What You’ll Get £50,000–£60,000 salary Company van + fuel (business use + commute) 23 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off Monday–Friday role (no weekend work) Supportive, down-to-earth team environment Modern office with good motorway accessWhy It’s Worth a Look This isn’t a corporate environment where you’re just another number. You’ll have real visibility of projects, direct involvement in delivery, and a genuine impact on how jobs run. They move quickly, expect a lot, but give you the autonomy to do your job properly. If you’d like more info or want a confidential chat, apply and I’ll give you a call