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Construction Contracts Manager - Groundworks

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Ipswich

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Job summary

A leading UK contractor is seeking a skilled Contracts Manager for groundworks projects in Essex. The role involves managing multiple sites, ensuring quality and safety while leading site teams. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience in groundworks, strong leadership skills, and technical expertise. Attractive salary and benefits package offered.

Benefits

Car allowance or company vehicle
Competitive salary package
Long-term pipeline of secured work
Supportive company culture
Clear progression opportunities

Qualifications

  • Experience as Contracts Manager or Senior Project Manager in groundworks or enabling works.
  • Technical knowledge of drainage, foundations, and earthworks.
  • Experience with Tier 1 contractors or developers.

Responsibilities

  • Manage multiple groundworks projects ensuring quality and safety.
  • Oversee site teams and subcontractors to meet targets.
  • Coordinate with commercial and engineering teams for project delivery.

Skills

Leadership
Problem-Solving
Communication
Site Coordination
Decision-Making

Education

Civil Engineering Background
SMSTS Qualification
CSCS Card
First Aid Qualification

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Humres - Construction Recruitment Specialists

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Posted:

07.06.2025

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22.07.2025

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About the Company:

Our client is a respected name in the UK groundworks and enabling sector, delivering projects across commercial, residential, and industrial developments. With a reputation for quality, reliability, and safety, they provide a collaborative environment that values initiative, responsibility, and professional growth.

Role Overview:

As Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for managing multiple live sites across the Essex area. You’ll oversee all aspects of project delivery, ensuring quality, safety, and cost-efficiency while leading and supporting site teams. This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced and rewarding environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee delivery of multiple groundworks and enabling projects across the region
  • Manage site teams, subcontractors, plant and materials to meet programme targets
  • Ensure strict compliance with health & safety standards and company procedures
  • Coordinate with commercial, engineering, and procurement teams to optimise delivery
  • Maintain strong communication with clients, consultants, and internal stakeholders
  • Resolve site issues proactively and drive projects to successful completion
  • Review project performance and manage risk, cost, and resource planning

What We’re Looking For

  • Demonstrable experience as a Contracts Manager or Senior Project Manager in groundworks or enabling works
  • Solid technical knowledge of drainage, foundations, earthworks, and infrastructure
  • Strong leadership and site coordination skills
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
  • SMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid qualifications
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Experience working with Tier 1 contractors or developers
  • Background in civil engineering or site management
  • Strong commercial acumen and familiarity with project costing and planning tools

What’s on Offer

  • Competitive salary package
  • Car allowance or company vehicle
  • Long-term pipeline of secured work
  • Supportive and fast-growing company culture
  • Clear progression opportunities and professional development

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