Contract Manager – Field Operations Leader (Cambridge)

Ground Control; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company in Cambridge is seeking an experienced Contract Manager to oversee operations, ensuring high-quality service delivery. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in contract and financial management and strong leadership skills. You will lead a dedicated team while overseeing contract performance and maintaining client relationships. This role offers competitive salary, a company vehicle, and generous benefits including career development and holiday package.

Benefits

Career Development opportunities

23 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Annual bonus scheme

Company vehicle & fuel card

Robust pension scheme

Health & wellbeing benefits

2 paid volunteering days each year

Qualifications

• Proven experience in contract and financial management.
• Strong team leadership and people development skills.
• Confidence using MS Office, GIS systems, Power BI, and contract management tools.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee contract performance, ensuring work is delivered safely, on time, and within budget.
• Act as the main client liaison, maintaining strong relationships and resolving issues quickly.
• Lead and develop your team of Project Managers, Coordinators, and Trainees.
• Manage financial performance, including forecasting, profit and loss, and revenue targets.
• Champion health, safety, and environmental standards across all projects.

Skills

Contract management

Financial management

Team leadership

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Operational excellence

Tools

MS Office

GIS systems

Power BI

Contract management tools

Job description

A leading environmental services company in Cambridge is seeking an experienced Contract Manager to oversee operations, ensuring high-quality service delivery. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in contract and financial management and strong leadership skills. You will lead a dedicated team while overseeing contract performance and maintaining client relationships. This role offers competitive salary, a company vehicle, and generous benefits including career development and holiday package.