Assistant Contracts Manager Gateshead £32,000 £40,000 + Electric Van Permanent Full time 7am 4pm Monday Thursday, 7am 1pm Friday. Are you working in construction and looking for an opportunity to step into Contracts Management? We re recruiting an Assistant Contracts Manager for a growing North East business specialising in the manufacture and installation of bespoke joinery products. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone early in their career who is ambitious, practical and keen to progress. You don t need to be an experienced Contracts Manager attitude, initiative and potential are more important than having the perfect CV. Working directly alongside the Director, you ll become the eyes and ears across a number of live projects, helping to keep jobs organised, clients informed and projects moving. The role combines office/workshop-based work with regular visits to construction sites across the North East. What you''ll be doing Visiting live construction sites to monitor progress and site readiness Liaising with clients, Site Managers, installers, suppliers and subcontractors Coordinating deliveries and installation requirements Chasing drawings, approvals, RFIs and outstanding information Taking site photographs, notes and basic measurements Keeping clear action lists and project updates Identifying potential issues, delays and variations early Helping resolve straightforward project issues and escalating when necessary Gradually taking ownership of smaller ..... full job details .....