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Contracts Manager

Durham

Contracts Manager

Salary:
£80 -85,000 + car allowance + package
Location:
Durham
Region:
Northeast
Job Type:
Permanent
Sector:
Build
Start Date:
September 2026
Date Advertised:
19/05/26

An excellent opportunity is available for a Construction Contracts Manager to be the key lead for a growing Northeast regional main contracting business.

The role will join an established regional office with a strong core delivery team and good forward order book, who have a good spread of projects across multiple sectors including industrial, commercial and education. You will be setup to succeed and will be given the tools and support to deliver further growth from their base in the Durham area.

Therefore, those with the following experience would be encouraged to apply.

  • Proven experience in contract management and project management, specifically in the construction industry, with a focus on newbuild projects ranging from £3m to £10m (across the areas of education, commercial and industrial build).
  • Strong client-facing skills, with a proven ability to drive business opportunities and manage client relationships.
  • Proven track record in operational delivery, including programme and resource planning.
  • Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines effectively.
  • In-depth knowledge of construction industry standards, budgeting, and quality
  • Leadership capabilities, with experience managing and developing a contract management team.

On offer is the chance to join an established business where you will have the opportunity to grow both personally and professionally, this is backed up with a strong salary and package and a positive and progressive working environment to operate in.

If you feel this is role you would like to be considered for please send an up-to-date CV detailing your career history to date and I will be in touch to discuss the opportunity in greater detail.

I have dealt with both Liz and Cath at Brown and Wills for the past 5 years as both a candidate myself looking for a new role and to also to fulfil my own business requirements within the North for Morgan Sindall.  You are able to give them a brief of the candidate you are looking for and be safe in the knowledge that they will give 100% through their connections to put you in touch with the right person.  I have every confidence in them to provide me with the right CVs first time all the time.  I can recommend their professionalism in the market place and they have the utmost respect within the construction industry amongst peers.

Chris Lockwood MCIOB
Regional Head of Planning (North East & Cumbria) Construction North
Morgan Sindall Plc

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