Skilled Contract Manager - Fit-Out (Hospitality/Retail Sector)
Location: Colwick Nottingham Company: Contract Furniture Group Job Type: Full-time Salary: Competitive, based on experience About the Role: We are a specialist fit-out company delivering high-quality interiors across the hospitality and retail sectors. Our projects include hotels, restaurants, bars, and retail spaces — all completed to the highest standards, on time and on budget. As our business continues to grow, we are seeking a well-rounded Contract Manager to join our team. This is a key role for someone with strong project delivery skills, backed by solid commercial awareness, who can take ownership of complex fit-out projects from start to finish. We’re looking for someone who can do more than just manage contracts — we want a true project leader. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully managing fast-paced fit-out projects, particularly within hospitality or retail, and be confident in both the operational and financial aspects of project delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for a wide range of tasks. • Lead multiple fit-out projects from pre-construction to handover • Manage project programmes, resourcing, subcontractors, site teams, and suppliers • Serve as the main point of contact for clients, consultants, and internal teams • Monitor project costs, cash flow, and profitability, ensuring strict budget control • Review and negotiate contracts, manage variations, and ensure commercial compliance • Drive site progress and quality standards through regular visits and reporting • Ensure procurement schedules are aligned with project needs • Uphold health & safety standards and ensure statutory compliance throughout
What We’re Looking For : We’re looking for a well-rounded individual who can seamlessly combine technical project management expertise with strong commercial acumen. You’ll be confident, collaborative, and solutions-focused — someone who takes ownership, communicates clearly, and makes smart, proactive decisions.
Desirable Skills & Experience: • Significant experience as a Contract or Project Manager in the fit-out sector, ideally within hospitality and/or retail/shop fit-outs • Strong understanding of construction contracts, commercial frameworks, and procurement • Financially astute – capable of managing budgets, valuations, variations, and cost reporting • Familiarity with ERP systems; Sage X3 experience is a strong advantage • Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills • A practical, hands-on approach with the ability to manage detail without losing sight of the big picture • Full UK driving licence
Qualifications: • Degree or equivalent in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related field.
Desirable Skills & Experience: • Be part of a respected and growing company with a reputation for quality • Join a team that values professionalism, initiative, and collaboration • Work on exciting and prestigious hospitality and retail projects • Competitive salary and benefits with opportunities for career development.