Assistant Contracts Manager - Construction

Our client, a fast-growing refurbishment and maintenance contractor, is seeking an Assistant Contracts Manager to join their team. With a £15M turnover and a team of 90 staff (35 in the office and the rest on-site), they specialise in delivering high-quality refurbishment and maintenance projects ranging from £100k to £1M.

This is an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, Site Manager, or Junior Project Manager looking to take the next step towards a Contracts Manager role. The ideal candidate will have some industry experience and be eager to develop within a company that offers strong training, career progression, and hands-on experience.

Assistant Contracts Manager - Benefits:

• Salary: £35k - £45k (DOE)
• Company car or van
• 20 days' holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Pension scheme
• Excellent training & progression opportunities
• Clear career path to Contracts Manager

Assistant Contracts Manager - Role Overview:

• Assisting Contracts Managers in the delivery of refurbishment and maintenance projects
• Conducting site visits, surveys, and progress inspections
• Supporting cost management, procurement, and subcontractor coordination
• Helping with the preparation of project programmes and schedules
• Attending site meetings, monitoring progress, and addressing issues
• Ensuring compliance with health & safety regulations and company standards
• Managing variations, project documentation, and reporting

Assistant Contracts Manager - Requirements:

• Industry experience in a relevant role (Assistant QS, Site Manager, Junior PM, etc.)
• Formal qualification in construction (HNC, HND, BTEC, T-Level, Degree - preferred but not essential)
• Full UK driving licence
• Ability to commute to Coulsdon
• Looking for a long-term role with a clear progression path to Contracts Manager

This is a fantastic opportunity to grow within a well-established contractor, working on a variety of commercial refurbishment and maintenance projects.