Contracts Manager in Colchester

Energy Jobline CVL; Colchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure company in the UK is seeking a Contracts Manager to oversee delivery of major infrastructure projects across Norfolk, Suffolk, and Cambridge. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and contract management skills, with experience in construction and highways. The role offers a competitive bonus scheme and enhanced holiday entitlement.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Contributory pension scheme

Discounts on retailers through Tarmac Reward

Employee Assistance helpline

Employee communities for wellbeing

Qualifications

• Experience in Construction, Highways, and Surfacing.
• Strong leadership and contract management skills.
• NEBOSH or IOSH certification required.
• Full UK driving licence (max 6 points) required.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of highways projects across Norfolk, Suffolk & Cambridge.
• Maximise financial returns and manage contractual risk.
• Drive operational strategy and ensure compliance with safety and business policies.
• Build strong relationships with clients and contractors.
• Identify commercial opportunities and support long-term work bank growth.

Skills

Construction experience

Leadership skills

Contract management skills

Excellent communication

Commercial awareness

Problem-solving ability

Education

NEBOSH certification

HNC/HND or Degree in relevant discipline

Tools

IT Data Management

Pavers Machine Control experience

Job description

About Employer

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We focus on Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion.

Job Summary

Contracts Manager to oversee delivery of major infrastructure projects across Norfolk, Suffolk & Cambridge. Provide leadership, drive performance, and ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and profitably.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of highways projects across the South East including Norfolk, Suffolk & Cambridge.
• Maximise financial returns and manage contractual risk.
• Drive operational strategy and ensure compliance with safety and business policies.
• Build strong relationships with clients, contractors, and supply chain partners.
• Identify commercial opportunities and support long‑term work bank growth.
• Resolve disputes, manage risks, and ensure cash flow targets are met.
• Promote continuous improvement and share best practice across projects.
• Support and develop your team, driving engagement and performance.

Required Qualifications

• Experience in Construction, Highways, and Surfacing.
• Strong leadership and contract management skills.
• NEBOSH or IOSH certification.
• HNC/HND or Degree in a relevant discipline (desirable).
• Excellent communication, commercial awareness, and problem‑solving ability.
• Full UK driving licence (max 6 points).

Desirable Skills

• IT Data Management (highly desirable).
• Pavers Machine Control experience (highly desirable).

Benefits

• Bonus scheme.
• Enhanced holiday entitlement.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Access to Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
• Employee Assistance helpline for confidential advice.
• Employee communities: REACH, Cultural Heritage, Parents & Carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Voice and Menopause.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Tarmac, a CRH company, is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Application Process

Please click the Apply button to complete your application. We anticipate a large volume of applications, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.

Energy Jobline wishes you the very best of luck in your next career move.