Contract Manager (Construction) – Luton
Contract Manager (Construction) – Luton
Newstaff Employment is hiring a driven and experienced Contract Manager in Luton to take full ownership of contract performance across construction projects; in this role, you will lead negotiations, control commercial risk and drive project delivery from start to finish.
Location: Luton
Salary: £50,000 – £70,000 per annum (negotiable depending on experience)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Job Type: Full-Time / Permanent
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http://newstaffemployment.co.uk/job/contract-manager-construction-luton/
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the entire contract lifecycle; therefore, you control preparation, negotiation, execution and closeout
- Review contract documentation in detail so you protect commercial and legal interests
- Negotiate terms directly with clients and subcontractors to secure favourable agreements
- Monitor live projects closely; as a result, you ensure full compliance with contractual obligations
- Identify potential risks early and implement mitigation strategies before issues escalate
- Manage disputes and claims proactively through structured negotiation and clear communication
- Maintain organised, accurate contract records to support audits and reporting
- Stay up to date with construction contract law and industry regulations so you maintain best practice
Essential Skills & Experience
- Proven experience managing contracts within the construction sector
- Strong working knowledge of construction contract law and commercial frameworks
- Demonstrated success negotiating high-value agreements
- Confident leadership style with the ability to influence stakeholders
- Strong analytical mindset and decisive problem-solving skills
- Clear and persuasive communication skills
Why Join?
- Competitive salary between £50,000 and £70,000 per annum
- Negotiable package based on experience
- Pension scheme
- Clear progression opportunities within a growing business
- Stable Monday to Friday working pattern
- Opportunity to influence commercial strategy and project success
How to Apply
Interested in this job in Luton? Don’t hang about—send us your CV and one of our friendly team members at Newstaff Recruitment Agency in Luton will be in touch soon.
Do you have any questions or require additional information? Feel free to contact Anne Marie at 01727 864 777 or email your CV to annemarie.harrington@newstaffemployment.co.uk.
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