Contracts Manager

Psr-Solutions; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Job summary

PSR Solutions is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee multiple groundworks and civil engineering projects across the South East. You will manage the commercial, operational and contractual performance from pre-construction through to completion, ensuring safety, on-time delivery and adherence to budget.

The role requires strong contract management skills, regular coordination with clients and subcontractors, and the ability to lead project teams across multiple sites in a

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Contracts Manager in groundworks or civil engineering.
• Strong commercial and contractual awareness including variations and final accounts.
• Experience managing multiple projects and teams.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel in the South East.
• Relevant construction qualification (e.g., CIOB/ICE) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery of multiple groundworks and civil projects in the South East.
• Lead commercial, operational and contractual performance.
• Manage variations, valuations, payments and final accounts.
• Review contracts and documentation to identify risks and opportunities.
• Collaborate with clients, consultants and subcontractors to drive progress.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety and company procedures.
• Support pre-construction and tender activities.

Skills

Contract management

Groundworks

Civil engineering

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Education

Construction qualification

Tools

NEC contracts

JCT contracts

Job description

Contracts Manager (CM260302) South East England, England

Salary: GBP90000 - GBP120000 per annum + Package Included

PSR Solutions are recruiting for a Contracts Manager in South East to work on mutliple groundworks and civils projects.

Contracts Manager – Groundworks & Civil Engineering

Location: South East England
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Contracts Manager to join our team, overseeing a portfolio of groundworks and civil engineering projects across the South East of England.

This is a key role responsible for the successful delivery of projects from pre-construction through to completion, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, to the required quality standards, and within agreed commercial parameters.

Working closely with clients, consultants, subcontractors, site teams and senior management, you will take ownership of the day-to-day management of contracts, driving performance and building strong, long-term relationships with project stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the successful delivery of multiple groundworks and civil engineering projects across the South East.
• Take overall responsibility for the commercial, operational and contractual performance of allocated projects.
• Lead and support Project Managers, Site Managers and delivery teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to programme.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, main contractors, consultants and subcontractors.
• Review contract documentation, scopes of work, drawings and specifications to identify risks, opportunities and contractual obligations.
• Monitor project progress, costs, budgets and commercial performance, taking proactive action where required.
• Manage variations, applications for payment, valuations, final accounts and contractual correspondence.
• Work closely with the commercial team to maximise project value and minimise financial and contractual risk.
• Oversee procurement and management of subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring performance, quality and compliance.
• Attend regular client and project meetings, providing clear updates on progress, programme, commercial matters and risks.
• Identify and manage potential project risks, delays and disputes, implementing appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Ensure all projects are delivered in accordance with company procedures, health and safety requirements and relevant legislation.
• Support pre-construction and tender activities, including reviewing scopes, programmes, methodologies and project requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement across project delivery, commercial management and operational processes.

About You

We are looking for an experienced Contracts Manager with a strong background in groundworks, civil engineering or associated construction sectors.

You will be commercially aware, organised and confident managing multiple projects and stakeholders. You should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and have the leadership skills required to bring together site, commercial and operational teams to achieve successful project outcomes.

• Proven experience in a Contracts Manager or Senior Project Manager position within groundworks, civil engineering or construction.
• Strong understanding of groundworks and civil engineering construction methods and project delivery.
• Experience managing multiple projects or contracts simultaneously.
• Strong commercial and contractual awareness, including variations, valuations, applications for payment and final accounts.
• Experience managing subcontractors, suppliers and project teams.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.
• A proactive approach to identifying and managing project risks and opportunities.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the South East.
• Relevant construction or civil engineering qualification.
• Experience working for a groundworks or civil engineering contractor.
• Knowledge of NEC, JCT or other commonly used construction contracts.
• Relevant professional membership, such as CIOB or ICE.
• SMSTS and relevant health and safety qualifications.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to join a growing and established construction business.
• A varied portfolio of groundworks and civil engineering projects across the South East.
• A senior position with genuine responsibility and autonomy.
• The opportunity to work alongside an experienced and supportive delivery team.
• Competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate with experience.
• Career development and progression opportunities.
• A collaborative working environment where your experience and ideas are valued.