Reports To: Contracts Director
Location: Based in Bristol with projects across the UK
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: Starting salary of £55,500
Schedule: Monday to Friday, with need of flexibility for travel
Licence/Certification: SMSTS, CSCS, First Aid (required) & Full Driving Licence
About Us
We are a specialist fit-out contractor delivering high-quality refurbishments across the retail sector. Our projects include supermarkets, cafes and convenience retail units — often fast-paced, design-led and delivered within live trading environments. We are known for completing projects on time, on budget and to an exceptional standard. Due to continued growth, we are now seeking a Contracts Manager to oversee multiple retail fit-out projects across the UK.
About the Role
As a Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for the full delivery of multiple retail fit-out projects, from pre-construction through to handover. You will lead site teams, coordinate subcontractors and maintain strong client relationships to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to specification. This role requires a hands-on approach, strong commercial awareness and the ability to manage several live sites simultaneously.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the delivery of multiple retail fit-out projects concurrently
- Coordinate Site Managers, subcontractors and suppliers to meet programme milestones
- Prepare and manage construction programmes, resource plans and phasing schedules
- Liaise with clients, store managers and internal departments to ensure smooth communication and delivery
- Oversee Health & Safety compliance across all sites and promote safe working practices
- Review and approve RAMS, site logistics plans, drawings and progress reports
- Maintain quality control and drive snag-free handovers
- Identify and mitigate project delays, risks or cost impacts
- Attend nationwide site visits and client meetings as required
- Support the commercial team with valuations, variations and cost control
What You Will Need
- Proven experience as a Contracts Manager or Senior Site Manager delivering retail fit-out projects
- Strong understanding of the challenges of working in live trading environments
- Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills
- Strong commercial awareness and ability to manage multiple projects
- SMSTS, CSCS (Black/White) and First Aid certification
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationwide
Desirable
- Background in carpentry, joinery or fit-out trades
- Experience working in live environments or to tight turnaround programmes
- Familiarity with digital tools for programme management, snagging or reporting
What We Offer
- Company car or car allowance
- 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
- Private healthcare
- Company pension scheme
- Free on-Site Parking at our Bristol Office
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Training and development support
- Career progression opportunities
Apply Now
If you are a forward-thinking Contracts Manager with experience in retail fit-outs and want to lead fast-paced refurbishment schemes nationwide, we would love to hear from you.
Please send your CV to [email protected]
