Contracts Manager

Freelance Contracts Manager – Pub & Bar Fit-Outs

Contract: Freelance / Self-Employed
Duration: Initial 3-Month Contract (Potential Extension)
Location: Office is based in Manchester - Sites are normally located in the North West, Leicestershire & Staffordshire
Start Date: Immediate / ASAP

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Freelance Contracts Manager to oversee a programme of fast-paced pub and bar fit-out projects across the North West, Leicestershire and Staffordshire regions.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on Contracts Manager with a strong background in hospitality fit-outs, refurbishment projects, and managing multiple live sites simultaneously.

Projects typically range from 1 to 4 weeks in duration, requiring excellent planning, coordination, and client-facing skills to ensure successful delivery within programme and budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing multiple pub and bar fit-out projects concurrently.
• Overseeing Site Managers, subcontractors, and supply chain partners.
• Ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.
• Producing and managing project programmes.
• Monitoring quality standards and ensuring high-quality finishes.
• Conducting regular site visits across all live projects.
• Managing client relationships and attending progress meetings.
• Coordinating procurement and material deliveries.
• Reviewing project costs and commercial performance.
• Ensuring compliance with all Health & Safety requirements.
• Managing project handovers and close-out documentation.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within fit-out, refurbishment, or interior construction.
• Previous experience delivering pub, bar, restaurant, hospitality, or leisure projects would be preferred but not fully essential
• Ability to manage multiple fast-track projects simultaneously.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Excellent subcontractor management experience.
• Sound knowledge of construction Health & Safety legislation.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualifications preferred.

What's on Offer

• Initial 3-month freelance contract.
• Opportunity for contract extension based on workload and performance.
• Variety of fast-paced hospitality fit-out projects.
• Immediate start available.
• Competitive day rate dependent on experience.