Job Description
Contracts Manager
Our client, a well-established and reputable civils contractor, is looking for a highly experienced, site-based Contracts Manager to take full control of groundworks and civil engineering projects.
This is a hands‑on delivery role, not office-based, focused on ensuring projects are properly planned, resourced, and delivered on time and profitably.
Key Responsibilities
- Site Leadership: Be present on site, manage Site Managers, and ensure labour and teams are performing daily
- Programme Control: Own and manage project programmes, including 6-week lookaheads and milestone delivery
- Resource Management: Control labour, plant, and materials to avoid delays and inefficiencies
- Commercial Oversight: Work closely with QS, manage variations, issue contract notices (NEC/JCT), and protect margins
- Reporting: Provide weekly updates on progress, costs, risks, and performance
- HSQE Compliance: Ensure safety, quality, and systems are followed on site
Additional Duties
- Chair meetings and liaise with clients and directors
- Support pre‑construction and estimating
- Recruit, mentor, and develop site teams
Requirements
- 15+ years in groundworks/civil engineering
- Strong NEC/JCT knowledge
- Proven delivery of multiple projects end‑to‑end
- Strong organisational and programme management skills
Key Traits
- Delivery-focused and proactive
- Strong on‑site presence and leadership
- Commercially aware and detail‑oriented
- Confident and willing to challenge
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