Assistant Contract Manager

5 days ago

Peterborough, Peterborough, United Kingdom Quest Employment Full time £28,000 - £35,000 per year

Assistant Contracts Manager

Peterborough | £28,000–£35,000 + benefits | Permanent

The Role

f
you know your way around steel and how a project fits together, this could be your next big move.

You'll be right at the centre of things — supporting from design through to installation and getting stuck into every stage of delivery.

Whether you've managed builds for a main contractor or you're ready to step up and specialise, this role gives you the backing, freedom, and exposure to really grow your career alongside a skilled, supportive team.

What You'll Need

  • Experience in steelwork or metal fabrication projects — ideally from a main contractor or specialist subcontractor
  • Solid understanding of
    project sequencing, structural drawings, and installation processes
  • A background in
    construction, engineering, or project management
    — degree, apprenticeship, or equivalent experience
  • Confident communication skills, both on site and with clients and design teams
  • The ability to juggle detail without losing sight of the bigger picture
  • Comfortable with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Project) and confident picking up new digital tools
  • A proactive mindset — someone who spots what's needed and gets it done

What You'll Be Doing

  • Assisting with bids, tenders, and project documentation for complex steel and secondary metalwork packages
  • Attending client, design, and progress meetings, ensuring actions and updates are captured and delivered
  • Coordinating subcontractors, site teams, and materials to keep projects moving efficiently and safely
  • Tracking budgets, schedules, and variations, raising red flags early and keeping delivery tight
  • Reviewing and interpreting steel fabrication drawings and technical specs
  • Preparing proposals and client reports that communicate clearly and professionally
  • Supporting the wider project and commercial teams when workloads spike — this is a team that pulls together when it counts

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