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About The Company

Our client is a long-established, family-owned civil engineering and infrastructure contractor with over 15 years’ experience delivering projects ranging from £100,000 to £11 million. They operate across sectors including highways, industrial, education, health, rail, and energy, with capabilities spanning civil engineering, groundworks, FRC works, earthworks, and external works.

Job Title: Business Manager

Location: Manchester

Salary: £ Negotiable

About The Company

Our client is a long-established, family-owned civil engineering and infrastructure contractor with over 15 years’ experience delivering projects ranging from £100,000 to £11 million. They operate across sectors including highways, industrial, education, health, rail, and energy, with capabilities spanning civil engineering, groundworks, FRC works, earthworks, and external works.

Known for their technical excellence, innovation, and on-time delivery, they have built a strong reputation as a trusted partner within the construction industry.

The Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Business Manager. This is a hands-on, varied role requiring both strategic oversight and practical day-to-day management across multiple areas of the business.

You will also be expected to take responsibility for:

• Accounts and budget tracking
• Health & Safety compliance and reporting
• Office management and administrative oversight
• Recruitment and onboarding of staff
• Oversight of IT systems and operational technology
• Business development and client relationship building
• Implementing and maintaining management systems
• Site setup and operational readiness
• Staff supervision and performance management
• Organising and managing meetings
• Acting as a personal assistant to senior leadership where required

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all operational aspects of civil projects, including resource allocation, scheduling, cost control, and quality assurance.
• Work closely with project managers, engineers, and clients to ensure smooth and efficient project execution.
• Implement and maintain operational processes, procedures, and safety standards.
• Monitor progress, anticipate challenges, and implement solutions to keep projects on track.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, environmental standards, and health & safety requirements.
• Oversee procurement activities, manage supplier relationships, and ensure cost efficiency.
• Provide operational and performance reports to senior management, contributing to business strategy and planning.

About You

• Proven track record in operational management within the civil engineering or heavy civils sector.
• Broad skill set covering accounts, H&S, office management, recruitment, IT systems, communication, leadership, business development, management systems, site setup, staff management, and meeting coordination.
• Strong knowledge of civil engineering principles, construction methods, and project delivery best practices.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire teams.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects under tight deadlines.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.

Keywords: Operations Manager, Civil Engineering, Civils, Infrastructure, Groundworks, Earthworks, FRC, Formwork, Reinforcement, Concrete Works, Site Management, Construction Manager, Project Delivery, Civil Projects, Roadworks, Site Operations, Project Management, Heavy Civils.

Bowdon Associates is a member of the Guild of Quality Employment Agencies and has agreed to adopt the compliance and recruitment standards that form the basis their code of conduct. A quality, transparent and responsible recruitment agency committed to raising the industry standards.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Technology, Information and Internet

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