Contract Manager

Kenton Black; Newark on Trent; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Pension scheme

Paid holidays

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

A leading and fast-growing contractor in the East Midlands is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee multiple residential groundworks projects. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in the civil engineering sector, strong leadership skills, and the ability to manage projects effectively. This role offers a competitive salary, career progression opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within the residential groundworks or civil engineering sector.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Commercial awareness and ability to plan and deliver multiple projects simultaneously.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites across the East Midlands.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day‑to‑day site operations and monitor progress on all assigned projects.
• Manage and report on project performance against programme and budget.
• Maintain and develop strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Produce monthly progress reports and performance updates for the Operations Director.
• Arrange and coordinate labour, materials, and plant resources.
• Ensure all works are delivered in line with health, safety, and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Commercial awareness

Project management

Job description

Location: East Midlands (commutable from Nottingham, Leicester, Lincoln, Derby)

Salary: £80,000 – £110,000 per annum + Car Allowance + Benefits

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Are you an experienced Contracts Manager looking to take the next step in your career?

We’re recruiting on behalf of a leading and fast-growing Groundworks and Civil Engineering contractor based in the East Midlands. Following a period of sustained growth and successful project delivery, the business is expanding its operations team and is now seeking a driven Contracts Manager to oversee multiple residential groundworks projects.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a progressive company that values long‑term relationships, professional development, and excellence in delivery.

The Role

The Contracts Manager will be responsible for managing the operational delivery of 3‑4 live projects at any one time, ensuring they are completed safely, on schedule, and to budget. You will lead site teams, liaise with clients, and coordinate resources to ensure each scheme meets the company’s high standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day‑to‑day site operations and monitor progress on all assigned projects.
• Manage and report on project performance against programme and budget.
• Maintain and develop strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Produce monthly progress reports and performance updates for the Operations Director.
• Arrange and coordinate labour, materials, and plant resources.
• Ensure all works are delivered in line with health, safety, and quality standards.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within the residential groundworks or civil engineering sector.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Commercial awareness and ability to plan and deliver multiple projects simultaneously.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites across the East Midlands.
• Pension Scheme & Paid Holidays
• Career Progression Opportunities within a growing, forward‑thinking business
• Supportive and professional working environment

Seniority level: Not Applicable

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Project Management, Industries: Civil Engineering and Construction