Contracts Manager
Location: Derby, Derbyshire, UK
Salary: Competitive, DOE (Dependent on Experience)
Type: Full-Time, Permanent
We are looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to join a growing business specialising in structural steel fabrication and the delivery of engineered steel solutions across key infrastructure and construction sectors in the UK.
The Role
As Contracts Manager, you will oversee commercial and contractual aspects of projects from bid stage through to completion, ensuring effective delivery, risk management, and profitable outcomes. Your main responsibilities will include:
Leading contract preparation, negotiation, and review
Managing commercial risk and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations
Coordinating with internal teams (estimating, operations, project management)
Overseeing client communications and stakeholder relationships
Monitoring project budgets, cashflow, valuations, and change control
Reporting performance to senior leadership and supporting continuous improvement
About You
Proven experience in a contracts, commercial or commercial management role within engineering, fabrication, construction or heavy industry
Strong understanding of contract law, commercial principles and risk management
Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a dynamic environment
Commercially-aware with strong financial and analytical skills
What's on Offer
Competitive salary dependent on experience
A key leadership role with clear influence on commercial performance
Opportunity to work on technically-challenging infrastructure and fabrication projects
Supportive team environment focused on quality and delivery
If you are a proactive, commercially-minded professional looking to take the next step in your career as a Contracts Manager based in Derby, we'd love to hear from you.
