Junior Contracts Manager

Junior Contracts Manager – Fit Out & Refurbishment North West | £26,000 – £30,000 | Start Date: June We are working exclusively with a well-established and fast-growing fit out and refurbishment contractor operating across the North West and wider Northern region. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, they are now looking to appoint a Junior Contracts Manager to join their delivery team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent construction graduate to take their first step into contracts management, working closely with an experienced Contracts Manager and gaining hands-on exposure across multiple live projects. The role would suit a candidate with a BSc in Construction Project Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related construction discipline. Previous site experience is beneficial but not essential, as full training and structured development will be provided. You will be joining a business delivering a range of fit out and refurbishment schemes across commercial, education and light industrial sectors, with project values typically ranging from £50k up to £2.5m. Key Responsibilities Supporting an experienced Contracts Manager across multiple live projects Assisting with programme preparation and updates using Microsoft Project Coordinating site activity and supporting project delivery on site visits Assisting with procurement and subcontractor coordination Monitoring progress, quality standards, and health & safety compliance Supporting commercial reporting and project administration Attending site meetings and client meetings when required Gaining exposure to full project lifecycle delivery Candidate Requirements Degree qualified in Construction Project Management, Quantity Surveying, or similar construction-related degree Strong interest in fit out and refurbishment projects Previous site experience or placement year advantageous but not essential Good communication, organisation and IT skills Motivated, proactive and keen to develop a long-term career in contracts management Full UK driving licence preferred Contactable references Package & Benefits Salary £26,000 – £30,000 Start date: June Full training and structured career development Clear progression pathway into Contracts Manager level Exposure to multiple live projects across varied sectors Long-term opportunity within a growing contractor