Contracts Manager

  • Hill Group UK
  • Abingdon, Oxfordshire
  • Jan 13, 2026
Full time Transportation Automotive

Job Description

We don't just manage projects-we lead them from the front.

As a Contracts Manager at Hill, you'll take full responsibility for delivering multiple residential projects simultaneously-ensuring they are built to programme, to budget and to the highest safety and quality standards. You'll be a trusted operational leader, guiding site teams, managing risk and supporting project performance at every stage.

This is a senior leadership role where you'll drive delivery, motivate people, and ensure that every site reflects our values, professionalism and pride.

What you'll do:
  • Lead and oversee multiple projects, ensuring safe, timely and high-quality delivery
  • Ensure health, safety and environmental compliance is embedded across all sites
  • Manage programmes, labour levels and supply chain performance
  • Chair subcontractor meetings and monitor progress against procurement and delivery schedules
  • Review drawings for buildability and address any technical issues or risks
  • Maintain site quality and presentation in line with the Considerate Constructors Scheme
  • Work with Commercial, Technical and Sales teams to align goals and resolve issues collaboratively
  • Guide cost control, reduce risk and maximise profit through value engineering and material selection
  • Approve subcontractor appointments and review performance during and post-delivery
  • Lead handovers and ensure client expectations are met at every stage
  • Communicate clearly with internal teams and external stakeholders including clients, consultants and residents
  • Mentor Site Managers and Trainees-supporting development and setting high standards
  • Uphold company policies, model positive leadership and contribute to new business success
What we're looking for:
  • Extensive experience delivering multiple residential construction projects simultaneously
  • Strong leadership and team management skills
  • In-depth understanding of Health & Safety, CDM and construction quality standards
  • Skilled in programme management, resource planning and supply chain coordination
  • Commercially aware and confident managing budgets and reporting
  • Excellent communicator with stakeholder engagement experience
  • Comfortable liaising with clients, consultants, statutory bodies and subcontractors
  • Proven ability to lead by example and drive results
  • SMSTS, CSCS and Temporary Works Coordinator certifications required
What you'll get:
  • 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
  • Healthcare cashback plan and wellbeing platform
  • Hill Incentive Scheme and retail discounts
  • Paid volunteering days and structured career development
  • A collaborative environment where your growth is supported, and your work has real impact
Why Hill?

At Hill, we offer more than just a job - we offer the opportunity to make a real and lasting impact. Every person here contributes to delivering sustainable, high-quality homes and shaping vibrant communities across the UK.

Our culture is underpinned by our values:

  • Ambition - we set bold goals and support each other to exceed them
  • Impact - we focus on delivering meaningful outcomes
  • Agility - we move quickly, adapt confidently, and embrace change
  • Collaboration - we work together to achieve more, sharing success along the way

As a privately owned business, we're able to move with pace and purpose. We invest in people, support career growth, and empower individuals to lead from wherever they stand. Hard-working, driven people thrive here - and are recognised for what they deliver and how they deliver it.

Join Hill and be part of a forward-thinking, values-led team. Together, we're not just building homes - we're building a lasting legacy.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and can provide adjustments throughout the recruitment process.