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Project Manager - Formula Student (10-month contract)
Posted 3 days ago by Institution of Mechanical Engineers
About Formula StudentFormula Student is Europe's longest-running educational engineering competition, challenging univer...
- Rate £52,000 per year
- Category Fixed-Term
- Work type Hybrid
- Location London
Contract Manager | SAP Commercial Assurance - Contract - OIR35
Posted 3 days ago by Investigo Change Solutions
SAP Commercial Assurance & SI Contract ManagerSeeking an experienced SAP commercial specialist to represent the end...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Not specified
- Work type Not specified
- Location United Kingdom
Data Centre Manager (Contract) | Southampton | On-site
Posted 3 days ago by ea Change Group
Data Centre Manager (Contract) | Southampton | On-siteLength: 3 months initially, likely to be extendedStart: ASAPLocati...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Not specified
- Work type Onsite
- Location Southampton, Hampshire
SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud Project Manager | Contract | Outside IR35
Posted 4 days ago by IO Associates
The OpportunityWe're working with a growing SAP Cloud consultancy looking for an experienced SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud Pr...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Outside
- Work type Remote
- Location Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, England
Fund Finance Manager - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract
Posted 5 days ago by Cedar Recruitment
Cedar is partnering with a real estate investment business to hire a Fund Finance Manager, on a 12 month fixed term cont...
- Rate £95,000 per year
- Category Fixed-Term
- Work type Not specified
- Location London; City of London; East London; Central London; South East London; West London; Canary Wharf; South West London; North London; Greenwich; Stratford
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About Our Contracts Manager Contract Roles
What does a contracts manager contractor do?
Contracts Manager contractors are engaged in construction and infrastructure environments to manage the contractual relationships between employers, main contractors, and subcontractors, ensuring that all parties understand and fulfil their obligations under the relevant contract and that commercial risks and entitlements are properly managed throughout the project lifecycle. The work involves reviewing and advising on contract terms at procurement stage, administering contracts during delivery, managing the notice and compensation event processes, dealing with claims and disputes, and supporting the commercial close-out of contracts at completion. Contracts Managers are brought in on major projects where dedicated contractual expertise is required, or to provide specialist support during contentious commercial situations.
Clients expect Contracts Manager contractors to bring centre on deep knowledge of the major construction contract forms, particularly NEC3 and NEC4, JCT, and FIDIC, combined with practical experience of administering those contracts on live projects. The ability to identify and manage contractual risk, draft and respond to notices and claims, and advise project teams on their contractual obligations and entitlements is the core competency. Commercial awareness, the ability to work constructively with client and subcontractor teams while protecting the organisation's contractual position, and strong written communication skills for correspondence and claims documentation are widely expected. Most senior Contracts Manager contractors hold a degree in quantity surveying, law, or construction management, with MRICS or MCIARB being well regarded professional credentials.
What is the market like for contracts manager contractors?
Contracts Manager contracting is most active on major construction and infrastructure programmes where contractual complexity and financial risk justify dedicated commercial and legal resource. Infrastructure, energy, defence, and large public sector programmes are the most significant sources of demand. The prevalence of NEC contracts across the UK infrastructure sector makes NEC expertise a near-universal requirement, and contractors with NEC3 or NEC4 project manager or supervisor accreditation are consistently well positioned. Rates reflect the commercial responsibility and contractual expertise required and sit at the upper end of the construction professional contracting market.
How much do contracts manager contractors usually earn?
Contract rates for contracts manager roles typically range from £450 to £800 per day, depending on the scope of the role, required expertise, and the delivery expectations of the engagement.
How many contracts manager vacancies are there on Quality Contracts?
Over the past twelve months, we have tracked over 150 contracts manager contract roles across the site. Data reviewed up to October 2026.