Contracts Manager

Aligra Personnel Ltd; Newbury; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure provider is seeking a Contracts Manager to oversee multiple civil and public infrastructure projects in the Newbury area. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years' experience in managing complex contracts and a strong background in civils or infrastructure, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and in line with client expectations. The role comes with a competitive salary of £50,000 - £55,000, a comprehensive benefits package including a pension scheme, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

Benefits

Company pension scheme - 3% employer contribution

Life assurance - 2 x salary tax free

Medicash medical expenses scheme - Level 4 for you and up to 4 children

Health & wellbeing support package

Performance-related bonus scheme - paid twice yearly

Training opportunities with qualification-related pay increases

Qualifications

• 3+ years of project/contract management experience in civils or infrastructure.
• Strong commercial awareness and budget management skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver multiple contracts from planning to completion.
• Lead client communication and act as primary project contact.
• Prepare and track project plans, estimates, and cost forecasts.
• Coordinate with internal departments and subcontractors.
• Conduct site visits, surveys, and supervise installations.
• Monitor performance, risk, quality, and health & safety.
• Oversee billing, contract variations, and commercial reporting.
• Lead a small team, manage subcontractors, and ensure compliance.

Skills

Contract management

Budget management

Communication

Leadership

Microsoft Project

Excel

Office suite

Education

PRINCE2/APM qualifications

CSCS

SMSTS

Job description

Our client, an infrastructure provider is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee the full lifecycle of multiple civil and public infrastructure projects.

This is a key leadership role responsible for managing contracts from inception to completion, ensuring delivery is efficient, cost-effective, and aligned with client expectations.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civils, groundworks, or infrastructure, with at least 3 years experience managing complex, multi-disciplinary contracts. A working knowledge of electrical infrastructure is highly desirable, as many projects involve lighting and power integration.

Your commitment won t go unnoticed. You ll be rewarded with a comprehensive benefits package, including a company pension scheme, health & wellbeing support, and more - plus opportunities to grow your skills and boost your earnings along the way.

Benefits Package:

• Company pension scheme - 3% employer contribution
• Life assurance (death in service) scheme - 2 x salary tax free
• Medicash medical expenses scheme - Level 4 for you and up to 4 children
• Health & wellbeing support package
• Performance-related bonus scheme - paid twice yearly
• Training opportunities provided = qualification-related pay increases

Pay:

• GBP50,000 - GBP55,000 per annum

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and deliver multiple contracts from planning to completion

• Lead client communication and act as primary project contact

• Prepare and track project plans, estimates, and cost forecasts

• Coordinate with internal departments and subcontractors

• Conduct site visits, surveys, and supervise installations

• Monitor performance, risk, quality, and health & safety

• Oversee billing, contract variations, and commercial reporting

• Lead a small team, manage subcontractors, and ensure compliance

Requirements:

• 3+ years of project/contract management experience in civils or infrastructure

• Strong commercial awareness and budget management skills

• Excellent communication and leadership abilities

• Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, and Office suite

• Full UK driving licence

Desirable:

• NEC3/NEC4 experience

• Electrical works experience

• CSCS, SMSTS, or PRINCE2/APM qualifications

Aligra have been established since 2007 and have since implemented supply partnerships with a number of the UK s leading logistics companies. Whilst we work across all industries, we specialise in recruitment and talent management for the Accountancy & Finance, Professional & Executive, Automotive and Transport & Logistics sectors.