Contract Manager

BMC Recruitment Group; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is looking for a candidate to manage the full lifecycle of ground investigation projects. This role involves collaboration with various teams, including estimating and engineering. The ideal applicant will have a relevant degree and experience in project or contract management alongside strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary, flexible working, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car allowance

Structured training

Clear progression routes

Flexible / hybrid working arrangements

Exposure to a wide range of projects

Qualifications

• Experience in a site-based, project or contract management role within ground investigation or geotechnical works.
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to manage budgets and programmes.
• A full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of ground investigation projects.
• Work closely with estimating, engineering, operations and site teams.
• Prepare project planning, health & safety documentation, and procurement.

Skills

Project management

Commercial awareness

Excellent communication

Team-focused approach

Education

Degree in Geology, Engineering Geology, Geotechnical Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

This organisation is known for its collaborative culture, long-term career development and delivery of technically diverse geotechnical and ground investigation projects across multiple sectors.

Your Responsibilities will include

The successful candidate will manage the full lifecycle of ground investigation projects, working closely with estimating, engineering, operations and site teams. Duties will include project planning, health & safety documentation, procurement, client liaison, commercial management and final account close-out.

About you

• A degree in Geology, Engineering Geology, Geotechnical Engineering or Construction Management
• Experience in a site-based, project or contract management role within ground investigation or geotechnical works
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to manage budgets and programmes
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive, team-focused approach
• A full UK driving licence

The Offer

• Competitive salary and car allowance
• Structured training and clear progression routes
• Flexible / hybrid working arrangements
• Exposure to a wide range of projects from small investigations through to major schemes

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