St Albans, Hertfordshire - Full-Time, PAYE
We're a third-generation main contractor delivering projects valued between £1m and £10m - commercial, developer-led residential, and education/care, new-build and refurbishment.
Due to continued growth we're hiring two people: a Contracts Manager and a Quantity Surveyor.
These are genuine opportunities to shape how projects are procured, controlled and delivered, and to play a meaningful role in building something with us, rather than being a small cog in a big machine.
Who we're looking for
Before qualifications, character. Whichever role fits you, you're someone who:
- Takes radical accountability - asks "what could I have done better?" first
- Over-communicates, so nobody's ever left guessing
- Anticipates problems before they arise
- Builds strong, fair relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and site teams
- Is commercially sharp, organised, and takes real pride in getting the detail right
Contracts Manager
You'll take ownership of live projects from pre-construction through to completion. You're the person clients and consultants trust to keep delivery on track and problems off the table before they land.
What you'll do:
- Own programme and delivery across our concurrent live projects
- Set and run procurement strategy
- Manage and performance-manage subcontractors
- Coordinate site teams and resolve issues before they hit programme
- Handle contract administration under JCT
- Front client and consultant relationships through to practical completion
What you'll need:
- Solid experience delivering £1m-£10m construction projects
- Real confidence on the commercial and contractual side, pre-construction through completion
- SMSTS / CSCS / relevant qualifications
- Full UK driving licence
Quantity Surveyor
You'll own the commercial side across several live projects, keeping a firm grip on margin and cashflow and giving the team clear, timely commercial visibility at every stage.
What you'll do:
- Run procurement and subcontract packages
- Prepare monthly valuations and cost reports
- Manage variations and change control
- Own subcontractor accounts and final accounts
What you'll need:
- Solid experience on £1m-£10m construction projects
- Strong commercial and contractual capability, pre-construction through completion
- Full UK driving licence
How to apply
Email your CV and a short note to careers@clarksltd.com, telling us which role you're going for.
Apply by email rather than calling the office - the office line is for live projects and we'd rather give your application proper attention than take it over the phone.