Contracts Manager - High-End Residential

Position: Contracts Manager
Salary: 70,000 - 75,000 + Car allowance + Pension
Location: Hampshire, Petersfield

Our client is a leading high-end residential contractor with a strong reputation for delivering complex & high-end projects. Following a period of sustained growth and the award of several super-prime projects across Hampshire, they are looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to join their team. These schemes include bespoke new-build properties or complex refurbishments.

About the Role

This is a senior position where you'll take ownership of multiple projects, providing leadership and strategic oversight throughout the entire lifecycle. You'll be involved from pre-construction planning and contract negotiation, through project setup and programming, to day-to-day operational delivery and final handover. The role demands strong organisational skills and the ability to manage several complex schemes concurrently while maintaining client satisfaction and commercial performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple high-end residential projects from inception to completion
• Lead pre-construction activities, including planning, procurement, and contract agreements
• Set up projects, allocate resources, and establish programmes
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and company standards
• Maintain strong client relationships and deliver exceptional service
• Monitor budgets, risk, and commercial performance across all schemes
• Support and mentor Project Managers and Site Managers
• Drive quality, safety, and sustainability throughout delivery

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager or Senior Project Manager in high-end residential
• Strong understanding of bespoke construction and luxury finishes
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Commercially astute with experience in contract and budget management
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects concurrently

Salary 70,000 - 75,000 (DOE)

• Car allowance
• Company pension
• Private healthcare
• Annual performance bonus

If you'd like to find out more, please send your CV or contact the Hays Southampton office for a confidential discussion.

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