Contracts Manager

AE Partners; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

AE Partners seeks an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee a portfolio enhancing environmental and community projects. This role demands strong leadership, technical expertise in civil engineering, and the ability to manage client expectations effectively, ensuring project success from inception to completion.

Qualifications

• CSCS, SSSTS/SMSTS certification required.
• Valid driving licence and willingness to travel.
• Understanding of civil engineering principles essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead site managers for successful programme execution.
• Drive company culture and ensure compliance.
• Responsible for commercial and programme delivery.

Skills

Communication

Problem-Solving

Leadership

Organisation

Education

HNC / Degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

NEC3

NEC4

Job description

As a Contracts Manager you will be responsible for a portfolio of schemes that enhance our environment and communities - from improving flood defences, to upgrading water treatment works and providing nature-based solutions that improve biodiversity. Our Contract Managers are great communicators, motivators & leaders, who have a wealth of technical knowledge, and have full ownership of the whole process from inception to handover.

The role of a Contracts Manager includes:

• Instilling the company culture and driving consistency across a number of schemes for the organisation
• Leading a team of site managers to ensure successful execution of the programme
• Improving awareness, compliance and performance with company standards & processes
• Facilitating the growth and development of the team
• Overall responsibility for commercial and programme delivery whilst ensuring client satisfaction
  
  

What you’ll need:

• CSCS, SSSTS/ SMSTS
• HNC / Degree in Civil Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience
• Understand civil engineering principles and practices
• Knowledge of NEC3 or 4
• Excellent organisation and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders
• A valid driving licence and willingness to travel to sites across your operational region