Contracts Manager

Lead and deliver the operational, commercial and safety performance of all projects allocated to you. Manage Project Managers, ensure safe on-time delivery, protect margin, control contractual risk and drive consistently high standards across projects in your region.

Requirements

• Proven experience (typically 5+ years) in operational/contracts management within civil engineering, ideally tunnelling, pipe jacking or trenchless works.
• Demonstrable record of managing multiple projects and leading Project Managers.
• Strong experience with UK contract forms (NEC preferred) and managing variations/claims.
• Commercial competence: budgeting, forecasting, cost control and final accounts.
• Practical site experience and understanding of heavy civils, plant, logistics and groundworks.
• Pre-construction exposure and fully understands and can perform in the role of bid director.
• HND/degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Construction Management.
• Chartered or professional membership desirable.
• HSEQ qualifications desirable: NEBOSH General Certificate, SMSTS or equivalent.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel/overnight stays across region.