Contracts Manager

Bennet and Game; Caldicot; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Contracts Manager to oversee civil engineering projects and drive growth. This role involves managing contracts, ensuring cost efficiency, and delivering high-quality results. With ambitious plans to expand from £2 million to £10 million turnover, this dynamic team offers a fantastic opportunity for someone with proven experience in civil engineering and strong commercial skills. If you are passionate about project management and looking to make a significant impact in a growing company, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

23 days of holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Pension scheme

Company car or car allowance

Life insurance / Death in service

Private medical

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or extensive experience in the civil engineering sector.
• Proven experience in managing civil engineering and earthworks projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver civil engineering projects from tender to completion.
• Oversee contract performance and ensure profitability.

Skills

Project Management

Cost Management

Contract Negotiation

Client Interaction

Problem-Solving

Decision-Making

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Extensive experience in civil engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

AutoCAD

LSS

3D Modelling Systems

Job description

A leading Civil Engineering Contractor specialising in earthworks, groundworks, and civil engineering solutions is seeking a Contracts Manager to help drive the business's ambitious growth plans. Offering a competitive salary of £85,000 - £90,000, our client is looking to interview quickly.

The Contracts Manager will play a key role in managing and delivering civil engineering and earthworks projects from tender through to completion, ensuring cost efficiency and operational excellence. Currently a £2 million turnover company, they are targeting growth to £10 million turnover, working on projects ranging from £1 million to £5 million in size. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Contracts Manager to join a dynamic team with amazing growth potential.

Contracts Manager Job Overview

• Support tender management processes, including site visits, project scoping, and working with plans and construction details.
• Oversee the costing and performance of contracts, identifying cost-reduction solutions and ensuring profitability.
• Manage contracts across the civil engineering and earthworks sectors, delivering projects on time, on budget, and to high-quality standards.
• Collaborate with the safety department to ensure risks are thoroughly assessed and controlled across all projects.
• Monitor and report on contract performance, driving continuous improvement and ensuring compliance with client requirements.
• Liaise with the company's sister mobile contracting business to deliver integrated project solutions where required.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, representing the business with professionalism and commercial awareness.
• Play a key role in supporting the business's growth strategy, expanding operations to achieve a £10 million turnover.

Contracts Manager Job Requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering or extensive experience in the civil engineering sector.
• Proven experience in managing civil engineering, groundworks, and bulk earthworks projects.
• Strong experience in tendering, cost management, and contract negotiation.
• Competent in transferring information from plans to spreadsheets for costing and analysis.
• Strong commercial skills with experience in client interaction and delivering profitable projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint), AutoCAD, LSS, and other 3D modelling systems.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with a focus on problem-solving and decision-making.

Contracts Manager Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £85,000 - £90,000
• 23 days of holiday plus 8 bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Company car or car allowance
• Life insurance / Death in service
• Private medical
• Ongoing professional development and the opportunity to grow with a fast-expanding business