Contracts Manager
JOB_53785864775588Job type
TemporaryLocation
ManchesterWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
ConstructionIndustry
ConstructionPay
£per day
Freelance Contracts Manager Job I 12 Months I Manchester Based I Groundworks & Restoration
Your new company
You will be working with a well‑established contractor recognised for delivering high‑quality regeneration, public realm, and restoration projects. The organisation is overseeing a major Lottery‑funded improvement programme at a local park, involving a blend of heritage restoration, landscaping, and groundworks.
Your new role
As the Freelance Construction Manager, you will take charge of day‑to‑day site operations for the park’s restoration and improvement works. Your responsibilities include coordinating subcontractors, overseeing all groundworks and landscaping elements, ensuring programme adherence, and maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and compliance in line with the requirements of a publicly funded project.
What you'll need to succeed
Proven experience managing restoration, heritage, landscaping, or civil engineering schemes
Strong leadership with the ability to manage multiple subcontractors on a live site
Excellent understanding of groundworks and public realm projects
SMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid certification
Confident communicator with strong reporting skills
Ability to work independently and keep the project on track
What you'll get in return
A 12‑month freelance contract with a competitive day rate
The opportunity to lead a meaningful community‑focused restoration project
The chance to shape the delivery of a high‑profile Lottery‑funded programme
Support from an experienced project team while retaining autonomy on site
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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Contracts ManagerJOB_537858647755882026-03-022026-06-01
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