Contracts Manager

Project Partners; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Job summary

Project Partners is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager in Hemel Hempstead to lead the rising main programme and other wastewater projects. You will ensure delivery on time, within budget and to quality standards, liaising with clients, engineers and subcontractors.

The role requires 10+ years in water/wastewater delivery, NEC contract administration, and strong leadership. Travel is required, with a permanent, full‑time position based on site in Apsley.

Qualifications

• Experience managing civil engineering/wastewater projects.
• Proven ability to manage NEC contracts and client relationships.
• Strong budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed project plans with scope, schedule, and budget.
• Allocate labour, materials and equipment to meet programme needs.
• Monitor costs and ensure delivery within budget and targets.
• Manage project schedules and milestones for timely delivery.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Maintain client communications and progress updates.
• Lead subcontractors and site supervisors for seamless execution.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and safety.
• Maintain project documentation and change control.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements.

Skills

Budgeting

Scheduling

Leadership

Client management

Education

NVQ Level 4 or above

SMSTS

CSCS

NRSWA Supervisor

IOSH Managing Safely/CITB Site Manager Safety Scheme

PMP or NEC Project Manager accreditation

NEC Contracts accreditation

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Microsoft Project

Job description

Contracts Manager

Location: Apsley, Hemel Hempstead

Type: Permanent, Full-time

Hours: Monday - Friday, 7.30am-5.30pm, 45hrs

Salary: £90k - £110k + car allowance & excellent benefits

Project Partners are now recruiting for an experienced Contracts Manager to come and join an established team based in and around Apsley, Hemel Hempstead.

The ideal candidate will come from a civil engineering and wastewater utilities background and hold a full, clean driving licence. Travel required for this role.

Job Purpose:

The Contracts Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing the rising main programme, and other wastewater infrastructure projects. This role ensures projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. The Contracts Manager liaises with clients, stakeholders, engineers, and subcontractors to manage all aspects of the project lifecycle, ensuring successful project execution and client satisfaction. You will bring expertise in the area of wastewater infrastructure and apply it to deliver best solutions for safe and efficient programmes. An important element of this role is building the confidence of the client and expanding work streams.

Job responsibilities:

• Develop detailed project plans, including scope, schedule, and budget, and ensure alignment with client and company objectives.
• Identify and assign resources, including labour, (direct and contractor), materials, and equipment, to meet programme and project requirements and optimise efficiency.
• Monitor control and report project costs, ensuring projects are completed within budget and financial targets are met.
• Develop and manage project schedules, ensuring timely completion of project milestones and deliverables.
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimise impact on project timelines and costs.
• Maintain effective communication with clients, providing regular updates on project progress and addressing any concerns or issues.
• Lead and coordinate the project team, including subcontractors and site supervisors, to ensure seamless project execution.
• Ensure all activities comply with quality standards, building codes, and project specifications.
• Enforce safety procedures to maintain a safe working environment and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including contracts, change orders, and progress reports, and provide regular updates to senior management.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices to enhance project delivery.

Experience required:

• Proven experience managing construction/utilities projects from start to finish, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Experience in managing client relationships and expectations.
• Experience in administration and delivery of NEC contracts.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in specification, delivery and management of water and wastewater infrastructure projects/programmes

Qualifications required:

• NVQ Level 4 or above
• SMSTS
• CSCS
• NRSWA Supervisor
• IOSH Managing Safely/CITB Site Manager Safety Scheme
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Word/ Excel and Project
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification.
• NEC Project Manager accreditation