Job description

Assistant / Graduate Contracts Manager
Peterborough | £28,000–£35,000 + benefits | Permanent

The Role

If you’re organised, curious, and the kind of person who actually enjoys seeing a plan come together, this could be a strong next step.

You’ll be supporting projects from concept to completion — helping coordinate people, paperwork, and progress behind the scenes. It’s a role where you’ll learn fast, gain exposure to every stage of the project lifecycle, and start building the kind of commercial awareness that employers fight over later in your career.

You won’t be left to sink or swim either — you’ll have experienced managers who’ll guide you, but enough responsibility to make a real impact.

What You’ll Be Doing

Assisting senior managers with preparing bids, tenders, and project documentation.
Attending client and project meetings, capturing key actions and following up.
Helping coordinate labour, subcontractors, and materials to keep projects moving smoothly.
Tracking costs, timelines, and variations — spotting potential issues early.
Keeping project records accurate, organised, and accessible.
Supporting with client proposals and reports — clear communication is key.
Stepping in to support the wider team when things get busy (and they will).

What You’ll Need

A degree or apprenticeship in construction, project management, or a related discipline.
An eye for detail and a calm approach when juggling multiple deadlines.
A confident communicator who can work with people at all levels.
Strong problem-solving skills — you’ll enjoy figuring things out, not just following a checklist.
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Project).
The drive to learn, take ownership, and keep developing professionally.

What You Might Not Like

No two days are the same — structure helps, but you’ll need to roll with change.
You’ll be dealing with plenty of admin and detail before you get to the bigger picture stuff.
It’s fast-paced and sometimes demanding, especially around project deadlines.

What To Do Next

If you want to build a career where projects, people, and problem-solving meet — this is a solid place to start.
Click apply or get in touch for a confidential chat about the role and where it could take you.