Assistant Contracts Manager

Role Description

Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30am – 4:45pm (Friday finish at 4:30pm)

Oue client is looking for a proactive and organised assistant contracts manager to support the delivery of live projects across both office and site environments. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career in contracts or project management within a supportive and hands-on team.

The role will be split approximately 50% office-based and 50% site-based, offering real variety and exposure to all aspects of project delivery. Full training will be provided where required.

Key Responsibilities

Office-Based Duties

• Handling telephone calls and emails with clients, operatives, subcontractors and suppliers
• Booking in jobs and assisting with programmes of works
• Preparing quotes for clients following site visits (training provided)
• Ordering materials and coordinating deliveries
• Assisting Contracts Managers with the day-to-day administration of live projects
• Updating project trackers, reports and internal systems (training provided)
• Assisting with health & safety documentation, including RAMS and compliance records

Site-Based Duties

• Driving to site to meet operatives and clients
• Attending site visits and carrying out site surveys
• Supporting Site Managers and Contracts Managers on live projects
• Monitoring progress against programme and reporting back to the office
• Liaising with operatives and subcontractors on site
• Assisting with health & safety requirements on site, including basic inspections

About You

• Well organised with strong communication skills
• Comfortable working both in an office environment and on construction sites
• Confident dealing with clients, suppliers and subcontractors
• Able to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively
• IT literate with a willingness to learn new systems
• A full UK driving licence is essential

Previous experience in construction, maintenance or a similar environment would be beneficial, but not essential, as training will be provided.

If this sounds like the role for you, apply now!