Contracts Manager - Civil Infrastructure (Design & Build)

JN Bentley; Manchester; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training & development

Career progression

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Mott MacDonald Bentley is seeking a Contracts Manager to lead a portfolio of design‑and‑build projects across wastewater, flood defence and nature‑based solutions in the North West. You will own project delivery from development through handover, guiding multidisciplinary teams to safety, quality and on‑time performance.

This employee‑owned organisation offers a competitive salary, comprehensive training, clear career progression and flexible benefits as part of a long‑term programme of work.

Qualifications

• CSCS card and SSSTS or SMSTS qualification.
• HNC, HND or Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
• Proven experience managing multiple civil engineering or infrastructure projects within a design and build environment.
• Strong understanding of civil engineering principles, construction techniques and project delivery processes.
• Working knowledge of NEC3 and/or NEC4 forms of contract.

Responsibilities

• Drive and embed the culture, values and standards across a portfolio of projects.
• Provide leadership, support and direction to project teams, creating a high‑performing and collaborative working environment.
• Lead the delivery of multiple detailed design and build projects from development through to commissioning and hand‑over.
• Influence design development and construction methodologies to ensure projects are safe, buildable, efficient and delivered right first time.
• Oversee project performance, ensuring delivery against programme, budget, quality and client expectations.
• Manage and support Site Managers and wider delivery teams to achieve successful project outcomes.
• Promote continuous improvement and drive compliance with company procedures, governance and best practice.
• Develop talent within the team through coaching, mentoring and performance management.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, designers, suppliers and stakeholders.
• Hold overall responsibility for commercial performance, risk management and programme delivery across your portfolio.
• Ensure health, safety, environmental and quality standards remain at the forefront of project delivery.

Skills

CSCS card

SSSTS or SMSTS

Civil engineering degree

Project management experience

NEC3/NEC4 knowledge

Driving licence

Leadership skills

Commercial awareness

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Education

HNC, HND or Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline

Job description

Mott MacDonald Bentley is seeking a Contracts Manager to lead a portfolio of design‑and‑build projects across wastewater, flood defence and nature‑based solutions in the North West. You will own project delivery from development through handover, guiding multidisciplinary teams to safety, quality and on‑time performance.

This employee‑owned organisation offers a competitive salary, comprehensive training, clear career progression and flexible benefits as part of a long‑term programme of work.