Contracts Manager

Thorn Baker Construction; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction recruitment firm is seeking a Contracts Manager to oversee the delivery of civils schemes in the West Midlands. The role involves managing projects like dedicated bus lanes and utility diversions, while fostering client relationships and leading site teams. Candidates should have experience in civil engineering and knowledge of NEC contracts. This position offers a salary of £50,000 - £60,000 along with a car allowance.

Benefits

Car allowance

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering multiple civils schemes or major highways projects.
• Strong knowledge of NEC3 and/or NEC4 contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead civils schemes from early design to successful delivery.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Manage site teams and supply chain partners.
• Work with pre-construction teams to influence programmes.
• Develop and manage contractual programmes with the commercial team.
• Coach and support team members.

Skills

Civil engineering knowledge

Experience with NEC3/NEC4 contracts

Client relationship management

Education

Formal qualification in civil engineering

Job description

Overview

Job tile: Contracts Manager

Location: Birmingham

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 + car allowance

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

We are recruiting for a Contracts Manager to join a regional civils team based in the Midlands. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for the delivery of multiple civils schemes across a key transport framework in the West Midlands. Projects include the creation of dedicated bus lanes and priority routes along major corridors, as well as associated works such as utility diversions and bus stop construction.

Responsibilities

• Lead civils schemes from early design involvement through to successful delivery
• Build and maintain strong client relationships to support collaborative project delivery
• Take an active role in planning and programme development
• Manage site teams and supply chain partners, ensuring safe, efficient delivery
• Work with pre-construction teams to influence programmes at the early stage
• Develop and manage contractual programmes and cost forecasts with the commercial team
• Coach and support team members to aid professional development
• Ensure materials, plant and subcontractors are procured effectively
• Support the Operations Manager in identifying future opportunities within the region

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience delivering multiple civils schemes or a major highways project
• A formal qualification in civil engineering (preferred but not essential)
• Strong knowledge of NEC3 and/or NEC4 contracts

Apply

If this role is of interest please click apply to send your CV, or if you have any questions contact Kirk at Thorn Baker, Bristol (phone number removed)