Contracts Manager

CRH; Bristol; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and engineering firm is seeking a Contracts Manager to oversee project management and team leadership in Clevedon. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background, proven project management skills, and experience in the water industry. This role offers a competitive salary and growth opportunities within a global organization.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary package

Comprehensive secondary benefits

Significant contribution to your pension plan

Qualifications

• Some years experience working on industrial or engineering equipment; water industry/environmental experience required.
• Proven management experience leading teams for time-critical engineering projects.
• Excellent computer skills and ability to undertake risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead the Projects Team to deliver quality services.
• Coordinate Area of Responsibility activities and manage assigned projects.
• Ensure effective leadership and management of on-site staff.

Skills

Engineering qualifications

Project management training

Strong leadership skills

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of health & safety issues

Education

Degree/HND or equivalent in Engineering

Job description

Country: United Kingdom

City: Clevedon, England, United Kingdom

Req ID: 515840

Job Type: Full Time

Workplace Type: Onsite

Seniority Level: Mid-Senior Level

About Us

Hydro International, a CRH company, is a leading global provider of advanced products, services, and expertise that help municipal, industrial, and construction customers improve water management processes, increase operational performance, and reduce environmental impact. With over 40 years of experience, we support businesses and public bodies worldwide through innovative solutions that reduce flood risk, improve water treatment, and protect the environment.

Job Title: Contracts Manager

Location: Clevedon

Key Responsibilities

This person will be responsible for managing and leading the Projects Team, internal departments, and site labour. The role involves project planning, customer liaison, and leadership of engineering project teams to deliver installation and refurbishment works for wastewater equipment.

Physical & Other Requirements

• Current valid driving licence.
• Passport.
• Able to work outside on sites related to wastewater.
• Able to carry out work tasks that involve physical strength, stamina, standing, kneeling, or crouching.
• Occasional overnight stays may be required.

Competency & Qualifications

• Engineering qualified to Degree/HND or equivalent, or qualified by experience.
• Some years experience working on industrial or engineering equipment; water industry/environmental experience required.
• SMSTS site safety management certification (minimum).
• Knowledge of NEC 3 Contracts.
• Project management training with experience in planning and coordination.
• Success in delivering engineering projects to tight deadlines.
• Proven management experience leading teams for time-critical engineering projects.
• Preferred: Confined spaces to City and Guilds qualification.
• Preferred: Manual handling qualification.
• Sound knowledge of industrial mechanical installation and maintenance.
• Experience with installation, commissioning, and setting up of mechanical/electrical equipment and controls.
• Knowledge of wastewater screens and associated systems.
• Knowledge of health & safety issues in the construction industry.
• Ability to prioritise own workload and staff, working systematically within deadlines.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Ability to undertake risk assessments.
• Experience operating Gantt charts.
• Good business acumen.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and customer service skills.

Key Duties

• Take ownership of all assigned jobs and lead the Projects Team to deliver them.
• Coordinate all Area of Responsibility activities and manage assigned projects to deliver quality service meeting or exceeding customer expectations.
• Carry out site inspections and compile survey reports for quotation purposes.
• Ensure that project managers initiate, plan, execute, control, and closeout projects per defined parameters, updating all jobs on company software as required.
• Estimate jobs within contractual time constraints, producing solutions and quotations for customers to maximise profits while maintaining quality and customer service.
• Provide specific job costings and implement financial controls where needed.
• Ensure effective leadership and management of on-site staff regarding time, quality, efficiencies, cost, safety, and other defined parameters.
• Provide detailed project reports, including Gantt charts, on request and brief on your Area of Responsibility at the weekly Operations Coordination meeting.
• Liaise and support other departments as needed to meet business objectives and advance company progress.
• Maximise sales opportunities by offering innovative solutions and encouraging personnel to do the same.
• Utilise a consultative problem‑solving approach to deliver excellent customer satisfaction.
• Be responsible for the profit and loss of the projects.

What Hydro International Offers You

A culture that values growth, development, and internal promotion.

Highly competitive salary package.

Comprehensive secondary benefits.

Significant contribution to your pension plan.

Excellent opportunities to develop and progress with a global organisation.

Equal Opportunities

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Benefits and perks listed above may vary depending on the nature of the employment, country, or role.

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