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An established fit-out and refurbishment contractor is seeking an ambitious and commercially minded Contract Manager to join its growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to broaden their experience across both pre-construction and project delivery. We're open to candidates from either a pre-contract or post-contract background, provided they have the right attitude, commercial mindset and desire to develop.

This role would suit an Intermediate Quantity Surveyor, Intermediate Estimator or Intermediate Pre-Construction Manager looking to gain wider project exposure and progress into a commercially focused Contract Management position.

The Role

Working closely with senior management, you will be responsible for supporting the commercial management of projects from tender stage through to completion and final account.

Projects include:

Cat A Office Fit-OutCat B Office Fit-OutCommercial RefurbishmentWorkplace InteriorsDesign & Build Projects

Project values typically range from £100k to £5m+.

Key ResponsibilitiesPre-ContractReviewing tender enquiries, drawings and specificationsPreparing estimates, cost plans and budgetsObtaining and analysing subcontractor quotationsSupporting procurement activitiesAssisting with tender submissions and bid strategiesIdentifying value engineering opportunitiesAttending client and pre-construction meetingsPost-ContractManaging project costs and commercial performanceProcuring subcontractors and specialist packagesMonitoring budgets, forecasts and cash flowManaging variations and change controlAssisting with valuations and final accountsWorking closely with operational teams throughout deliveryBuilding relationships with clients, consultants and subcontractorsEnsuring projects are delivered profitably and efficientlyCandidate Requirements

We're flexible on background and are keen to speak with candidates from either a pre-contract or post-contract discipline.

Current job titles may include:

Intermediate Quantity SurveyorQuantity SurveyorIntermediate EstimatorEstimatorIntermediate Pre-Construction ManagerPre-Construction ManagerCommercial CoordinatorAssistant Commercial ManagerAssistant Project ManagerIdeal Experience

Experience in one or more of the following areas:

EstimatingCost PlanningTenderingProcurementPre-ConstructionQuantity SurveyingCommercial ManagementVariationsValuationsCost ReportingFinal Accounts

Exposure to both pre and post-contract activities would be advantageous, but is not essential.

The Person

The successful candidate will be:

Ambitious and career-drivenHungry to progress and developCommercially awarePositive and proactiveWell organised with strong attention to detailComfortable communicating with clients and subcontractorsKeen to broaden their experience across all aspects of project delivery

Most importantly, we're looking for someone with the right attitude. This role offers genuine long-term progression for an individual who wants to take ownership, learn from experienced professionals and build a successful career within the fit-out and refurbishment sector.

Package£40,000 - £60,000 Basic SalaryPerformance BonusPensionCareer Development & MentoringLong-Term Progression OpportunitiesExposure to Both Pre and Post-Contract ManagementDiverse Portfolio of Commercial Fit-Out & Refurbishment Projects

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious QS, Estimator or Pre-Construction professional looking to take the next step into a broader, commercially focused role with genuine progression potential.