Contracts Manager

Hydro International; Clevedon; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Cover

Company Pension Scheme

Sick Pay Policy

Minimum 23 days holiday per year +Bank

Mental Health First Aiders & wellbeing

Flu vaccinations

DSE eye tests

Training & development opportunities

Job summary

Hydro International, a CRH Company, is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to lead our Projects Team and oversee engineering installation and refurbishment works across the UK. You will take ownership of all assigned projects, coordinating engineers and site teams to deliver safely, on time and within budget.

Bring strong engineering knowledge, hands-on leadership, and a proven track record in NEC3 contracts and project management. The role offers a competitive salary and generous benefits.

Qualifications

• Engineering qualification (Degree/HND or equivalent) or substantial relevant experience.
• Several years' experience on industrial/mechanical/electrical engineering equipment.
• Water industry or environmental engineering experience.
• Proven experience managing engineering project teams.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of all assigned projects and lead the Projects Team to deliver them effectively.
• Manage and coordinate all activities within your Area of Responsibility.
• Carry out site inspections and produce survey reports for quotations.
• Ensure all projects are initiated, planned, executed, controlled and closed using company systems.
• Produce solutions and quotations with profitable outcomes while maintaining customer satisfaction.
• Lead on-site staff with strict control of time, quality, safety and cost.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Planning and coordination

Leadership

Risk management

Operational excellence

Education

Engineering qualification or equivalent experience

Tools

NEC3 contracts

Microsoft Office

Gantt charts / planning tools

Job description

Country: United Kingdom City: Req ID: (phone number removed) Job Type: Full Time Workplace Type: Onsite Seniority Level: Mid-Senior Level

Hydro International, a CRH Company, is a leading global provider of advanced products, services and expertise to help municipal, industrial and construction customers improve their water management processes, boost operational performance and reduce environmental impact.

With 40+ years of engineering excellence, our solutions help reduce flood risk, enhance water treatment and protect the environment from water pollution. We operate in 40+ countries, supported by a network of 80+ distributors, and we continue to push the industry forward with innovative, sustainable, safety‑first products and services.

Contracts Manager

Join a team delivering critical engineering projects that keep the UK's water networks running.

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 their water management processes, boost operational performance and reduce environmental impact.

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced, driven Contracts Manager to lead our Projects Team and oversee the delivery of engineering installation and refurbishment works across your designated region.

You'll take ownership of all assigned projects - planning, coordinating and managing teams of project and service engineers to deliver work safely, efficiently, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

This role is central to building strong customer relationships, driving operational performance and ensuring commercial success.

If you're a hands‑on leader with strong engineering knowledge and a passion for delivering outstanding projects, we want to hear from you.

What You'll Need (Skills, Competence & Qualifications)

Essential

• Engineering qualification (Degree/HND or equivalent) or substantial relevant experience
• Several years' experience working on industrial/mechanical/electrical engineering equipment
• Water industry or environmental engineering experience
• Proven experience managing engineering project teams
• SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) minimum
• Knowledge of NEC3 contracts
• Strong project management background including planning, coordination, reporting
• Experience delivering engineering projects to tight deadlines
• Knowledge of mechanical installation, maintenance and commissioning
• Risk assessment experience
• Good computer skills (Microsoft Office, planning tools e.g. Gantt charts)
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to prioritise workloads for self and team
• Good business acumen and financial awareness

Desirable

• Confined Spaces (City & Guilds)
• Manual Handling
• Understanding of wastewater screens and treatment processes
• Mechanical fitting experience

Physical & Other Requirements

• Current valid driving licence
• Current passport
• Ability to work outdoors on wastewater sites
• Comfortable with physical work (standing, kneeling, crouching etc.)
• Occasional overnight stays

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of all assigned projects and lead the Projects Team to deliver them effectively
• Manage and coordinate all activities within your Area of Responsibility
• Carry out site inspections and produce survey reports for quotations
• Ensure all projects are initiated, planned, executed, controlled and closed out using company systems
• Produce solutions and quotations, ensuring profitable outcomes while maintaining customer satisfaction
• Implement financial controls and provide job costings where required
• Lead on‑site staff with strict control of time, quality, safety and cost
• Produce detailed project reports, including Gantt charts, and present updates at operations meetings
• Liaise with other internal departments to support business objectives
• Develop strong customer relationships and identify opportunities to provide innovative solutions
• Ensure excellent communication and collaborative working across the wider business
• Be accountable for profit and loss of all assigned projects

Why Work for Us?

• Life Cover
• Company Pension Scheme
• Sick Pay Policy
• Minimum 23 days holiday per year + Bank Holidays
• Mental Health First Aiders & wellbeing support programmes
• Flu vaccinations
• DSE eye tests
• Training & development opportunities

What Hydro International Offers You

• A culture that values opportunity for 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 organization

Benefits/perks listed above may vary depending on the nature of the employment with CRH and the country where you work.

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.