Project/Contracts Manager

About JH Joinery & Construction

JH Joinery and Construction are seeking an experienced and driven Project/Contracts Manager to join our growing team.

We deliver a diverse range of projects across the residential, commercial, public and industrial sectors. Our work includes residential new builds, extensions and refurbishments; commercial fit-outs including offices, partitions and meeting rooms; the renovation and fit-out of public sector buildings such as schools, children’s homes and offices; and maintenance and alteration works within industrial premises. Alongside our construction projects, we also operate our own joinery workshop, producing a range of high-quality bespoke joinery items.

This is a key position within the business, working closely with our Managing Director to successfully manage and deliver a varied portfolio of projects. The role will take ownership of projects from pre-start through to completion, ensuring they are delivered safely, professionally, commercially and to the high standards expected by our clients.

As we celebrate our 10th anniversary as a limited company in 2026, this is an exciting time to join JH Joinery and Construction and play an important role in the next chapter of our continued growth and development.

The Role

This new position will support the MD in the successful delivery of commercial and public sector construction projects, taking responsibility as Project/Contracts Manager on new and existing contracts.

Whilst proven experience in a similar role would be beneficial, we are also committed to supporting the right candidate with training and development to ensure our projects are delivered to the highest standards, our customers’ requirements are met and our company values are upheld.

If you are interested in joining a growing team that is building an enviable reputation for quality, craftsmanship and professional delivery of construction projects across the North of England, we would love to hear from you.

About You

· Proven experience managing projects

· Strong commercial awareness — comfortable with budgets, margins and variations

· Clear communicator — confident with clients, site teams and subcontractors

· Organised and able to manage multiple projects at once

· Willing to attend site visits and work in a practical environment

· Detail-oriented, with the ability to gather and relay accurate information

· Proactive and able to take ownership of tasks

Key Responsibilities

· Full project lifecycle management, from pre-start through to completion

· Cost control and margin management — delivering each project to the agreed programme, budget and margin

· Pre-start meetings, job handovers from internal operations, and creation and management of project programmes

· Ownership of health & safety documentation — including RAMS, inductions and ensuring compliance throughout the project

· Supply chain and subcontractor management, ensuring quality, programme and commercial requirements are met

· Contract management — ensuring contractual obligations, variations, commercial requirements and project documentation are properly managed throughout the project

· Client liaison throughout projects, maintaining clear communication and ensuring expectations are managed and met

· Management of key client contacts and business relationships, building strong, professional relationships and identifying opportunities to develop and secure future work

Certifications

· SSSTS / SMSTS certification – preferred but not essential

· CSCS card (Manager or Professional level)

· Relevant construction or project management qualifications would be advantageous

· Procore / Project management software – preferred but not essential

Salary & Benefits

· £40,000 - £47,000 per annum, dependent on experience, with flexibility for exceptional candidates with strong relevant experience. Salary progression through regular performance-related reviews.

. 28 days holiday including bank holidays – Plus additional for length of service

· Company pension scheme

· Ongoing training and career development

· Laptop and all required PPE

Location & Coverage

· This role covers projects primarily in Yorkshire.

· A full UK driving licence is required.

Please get in touch to find out more about the role and become part of the next chapter of JH Joinery and Construction.

Pay: From £40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Work Location: In person