JUNIOR CONTRACTS MANAGER

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Junior Contracts Manager

Junior Contracts Manager – Fit Out & Refurbishment

North West | £26,000 – £30,000 | Start Date: June

We are working exclusively with a well-established and fast-growing fit out and refurbishment contractor operating across the North West and wider Northern region. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, they are now looking to appoint a Junior Contracts Manager to join their delivery team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent construction graduate to take their first step into contracts management, working closely with an experienced Contracts Manager and gaining hands-on exposure across multiple live projects.

The role would suit a candidate with a BSc in Construction Project Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related construction discipline. Previous site experience is beneficial but not essential, as full training and structured development will be provided.

You will be joining a business delivering a range of fit out and refurbishment schemes across commercial, education and light industrial sectors, with project values typically ranging from £50k up to £2.5m.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting an experienced Contracts Manager across multiple live projects
• Assisting with programme preparation and updates using Microsoft Project
• Coordinating site activity and supporting project delivery on site visits
• Assisting with procurement and subcontractor coordination
• Monitoring progress, quality standards, and health & safety compliance
• Supporting commercial reporting and project administration
• Attending site meetings and client meetings when required
• Gaining exposure to full project lifecycle delivery

Candidate Requirements

• Degree qualified in Construction Project Management, Quantity Surveying, or similar construction-related degree
• Strong interest in fit out and refurbishment projects
• Previous site experience or placement year advantageous but not essential
• Good communication, organisation and IT skills
• Motivated, proactive and keen to develop a long-term career in contracts management
• Full UK driving licence preferred
• Contactable references

Package & Benefits

• Salary £26,000 – £30,000
• Start date: June
• Full training and structured career development
• Clear progression pathway into Contracts Manager level
• Exposure to multiple live projects across varied sectors
• Long-term opportunity within a growing contractor

Location: manchester | Salary: £26000 - £30000 per year | Job type: Permanent | Posted: 17/04/2026