Contracts Manager - Interior Fit-Out
Job description
Contracts Manager - Interior Fit-Out Projects
Manchester-based with Nationwide Travel
We're hiring an experienced Contracts Manager to lead high-spec fit-out projects across the UK in sectors including hospitality, stadia, retail and commercial
Working for a leading interiors contractor, you'll oversee fast-paced, design-led installations, ranging from restaurant refurbishments and commercial kitchens to retail spaces, offices, and stadium and lounge environments. You'll manage the full project lifecycle, from pre-start meetings to final handover, ensuring seamless delivery, high quality, and client satisfaction.
What A Contracts Manager Will Be Doing
- Lead multiple fit-out projects simultaneously across hospitality, retail, stadia, and commercial sectors
- Oversee site operations, managing in-house teams and subcontractors to deliver on time and within budget
- Act as the primary client contact throughout the contract, ensuring expectations are clearly managed and met
- Maintain project timelines, update programmes, and resolve any on-site challenges efficiently
- Collaborate closely with QS and commercial teams to manage variations and cost control
- Enforce health & safety compliance and industry best practices on every project
- Ensure premium quality standards through regular inspections and snagging management
What You'll Need
- Proven experience as a Contracts Manager or Senior Project Manager in interior fit-out
- Background in delivering projects within hospitality, retail, commercial, or stadium environments
- Technical knowledge of joinery, finishes, M&E coordination, and construction regulations
- Strong client-facing, organisational, and problem-solving skills
- Experience managing multiple projects under tight deadlines
- Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel nationwide
- SMSTS, CSCS (Manager), and First Aid certifications preferred
What's On Offer
- Competitive salary of up to £65,000 (DOE)
- Car allowance
- Laptop, phone, and travel expenses
- Private healthcare and pension scheme (after probation)
- Bonus scheme (after first 12 months)
- 32 days holiday including bank holidays
- Opportunity to lead prestigious, design-led fit-out projects
- Supportive and fast-moving company culture
Ready to take ownership of standout fit-out projects across the UK? If you have the leadership, experience, and drive to deliver results in fast-track environments-apply today.
* Due to a high volume of applicants, we regret that we may not be able to respond to every application. *