Senior Contracts Manager

Candidate Profile - Senior Construction Contracts Manager

Salary Band: £70,000 - £80,000 + Package

Background Required:

1. Must come from main contractor background (SME preferred)
2. Proven track record in public-sector construction projects
3. Experience managing projects valued £500k - £8m
4. Currently operating at senior/head of contracts level
5. Demonstrable experience in framework delivery
6. Strong presence in Wales/West Midlands construction sector preferred

Essential Experience:

1. Minimum 8 years in construction contract management
2. Must demonstrate projects delivered ahead of programme
3. Strong history of maintaining project margins
4. Experience with public sector frameworks
5. Proven stakeholder management at senior level
6. NEC4 and JCT contract expertise
7. Track record of successful supply chain management
8. Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
9. History of implementing process improvements

Technical Skills:

1. Expert understanding of construction contracts
2. Strong commercial and contractual awareness
3. Proven risk management capabilities
4. Advanced understanding of public sector procurement
5. Proficient with construction management software
6. Ability to analyse and improve project performance

Qualifications:

1. MCIOB preferred
2. Degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or related field
3. Full UK driving licence

Personal Attributes:

1. Strong leadership capabilities
2. Excellent communication skills at all levels
3. Strategic thinker with commercial acumen
4. Results-driven with a proven track record
5. Ambitious with director-level potential

Key Differentiators to Look For:

1. Evidence of early project completion
2. History of cost savings/margin improvements
3. Experience with Welsh Government frameworks
4. Track record of process improvement
5. Strong client relationships in public sector
6. Team development experience

Items of Concern:

1. Limited public sector experience
2. No framework experience
3. Purely residential/private sector background
4. Limited contract administration experience
5. No demonstrable project successes

Further Notes:

1. Seeking future director potential
2. Must be able to provide specific examples of project success
3. Regional knowledge essential
4. Public sector relationships are highly valued

Additional Requirements:

1. Notice period details required
2. Must be able to travel throughout Wales/West Midlands
3. Current framework experience to be detailed in CV
4. References from public sector clients preferred