Contracts Manager – Leisure Projects (New Build & Refurbishment)
📍 Midlands & South West (Travel Required)
💰 Up to £75,000 + Package
🏗 Family-Run Main Contractor
👤 Contact: Jack Houghton – Walker & Sloan Recruitment
Walker & Sloan are proud to be working with a highly respected, family-run construction business as they continue to expand their operations across the Midlands and South West. Due to a strong pipeline of secured work, they are now seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to join their close-knit team.
🔨 The Company
This reputable contractor has built a long-standing reputation in the leisure sector, delivering both new build and refurbishment schemes valued up to £3 million. With a commitment to quality, integrity, and relationships, they maintain a hands-on and collaborative approach to every project they undertake.
🎯 The Role
As Contracts Manager, you will oversee multiple leisure-focused projects across the Midlands and South West. You’ll be responsible for the successful delivery of schemes from pre-construction through to completion, ensuring safety, quality, programme, and cost targets are met.
🛠 Key Responsibilities
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Oversee multiple projects simultaneously across a regional patch.
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Manage site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to deliver high-quality builds on time and within budget.
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Lead on health & safety, programme management, and quality control.
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Work closely with clients, consultants, and internal departments.
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Provide input during pre-construction and ensure smooth project mobilisation.
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Report directly to the company directors and be a key member of the leadership team.
✅ Requirements
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Proven experience as a Contracts Manager or Senior Project Manager delivering leisure, hospitality, or commercial projects.
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Strong background in both new build and refurbishment works.
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Happy to travel across the Midlands and South West (travel is a key part of this role).
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Excellent communication, leadership, and client-facing skills.
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Strong understanding of construction contracts and commercial awareness.
🎁 Package
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Basic Salary: Up to £75,000 (DOE)
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Company Car or Car Allowance
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Mileage and Travel Expenses
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Pension
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Bonus Scheme
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Genuine career progression in a growing business
📞 Interested?
To find out more or to apply, contact Jack Houghton at Walker & Sloan Recruitment
