Contracts Manager

3 days ago

Brighton, United Kingdom Tailored Technical Solutions Ltd Full time

Contracts Manager

Location: East Sussex (covering 4 live sites,

We are seeking an experienced and stable Contracts Manager to join our Construction Team, overseeing the successful delivery of multiple residential development sites across East Sussex. This position reports to the Construction Director and plays a key role in ensuring high-quality build standards, effective site management, and consistent communication across operational departments.

The Role

You will take responsibility for the week-to-week management of four housing sites. Working closely with Site Managers, commercial teams, technical, sales, and customer care, you will ensure the build programme is delivered safely, efficiently, and to required quality standards.

This is an important leadership role that requires strong tenure, solid construction experience, and the ability to drive performance across multiple projects.

Key Responsibilities

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Oversee day-to-day operations on multiple live developments, ensuring projects run to programme, budget, and specification.

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Support, guide and manage site teams, ensuring consistent communication and smooth flow of information across all departments.

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Monitor progress against build schedules, identifying risks and implementing corrective actions.

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Conduct routine site inspections to ensure compliance with build standards, regulations, and company procedures.

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Manage resourcing, logistics, and cost control across all allocated sites.

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Lead performance, coaching, training and development of site management teams to maintain a strong, stable workforce.

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Appoint, negotiate and coordinate subcontractors, ensuring high-quality work, reliable delivery, and adherence to contractual terms.

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Work collaboratively with Commercial, Technical, Sales and Customer Care to support seamless project delivery.

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Ensure all operations meet Health, Safety and Environmental requirements, promoting a strong safety culture across all sites.

Experience & Qualifications

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Proven experience in the housebuilding sector within a Contracts Manager or Senior Site Manager role managing multiple developments.

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Strong working knowledge of NHBC / LABC / Premier standards.

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Excellent understanding of health, safety and environmental legislation.

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Demonstrable experience managing medium to large housing sites

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CSCS card required; SMSTS preferred.

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Full UK driving licence essential.

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NVQ Level 7 in Construction Site Supervision or similar qualification desirable.

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Strong tenure and a stable career history within residential construction.

What We Offer

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Competitive salary

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Bonus scheme

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Car allowance or company vehicle

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Hybrid working opportunities

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Healthcare and life cover

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Contributory pension

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Employee benefits platform (discounts, wellbeing tools, etc.)

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