Contracts Manager in Woking, Surrey

Energy Jobline CVL; Woking; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering contractor is seeking a Contracts Manager to oversee multiple landscaping projects in Woking. The role requires strong leadership and organisational skills, ensuring projects are delivered safely and to high standards. Candidates should have proven experience in contract or project management, and a driving licence is essential. This position offers a competitive salary up to £70k and opportunities for career progression in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £70k

Career progression

Exposure to high-end residential projects

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager, Project Manager, or similar.
• Strong technical understanding of hard and soft landscaping.
• Full UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery of landscaping and external works projects.
• Manage site teams and subcontractors for project execution.
• Prepare and review contract documentation and progress reports.

Skills

Contract management

Project management

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Technical understanding of landscaping

Education

Qualifications in Construction Management

Job description

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Contract Manager – Landscaping and Civils

• Location: Woking
• Salary: Up to £70k dependent on experience
• Employment Type: Full‑time, Permanent

Company Overview

We are delighted to be supporting our client, a civil engineering and groundworks contractor with decades of experience in bespoke, high‑end, and premium residential developments. They offer project management, design, civil services, as well as demolition and landscaping to help deliver on domestic developments of up to £2.5m.

Having completed hundreds of projects across London, the Home Counties and the wider UK, and due to a strong upcoming book of work, they are now seeking an experienced Estimator to join the team and contribute to the successful delivery of their residential development projects.

The Role

Our client is looking for a Contracts Manager to take ownership of multiple landscaping and external works packages, ensuring they are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest possible standard.

This is a varied and client‑facing role, requiring excellent organisational and leadership skills. The successful candidate will oversee several live sites, manage project teams and subcontractors, and ensure each project is completed on time, within budget, and in line with design specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of multiple landscaping and external works projects across the region
• Manage site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure smooth project execution
• Review project programmes, budgets, and resource requirements
• Maintain strong communication with clients, consultants, and internal stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with company health, safety, and environmental policies
• Monitor progress and quality, resolving issues promptly to maintain high standards
• Prepare and review contract documentation, variations, and progress reports

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager, Project Manager, or similar within landscaping, external works, or groundworks
• Strong technical understanding of hard and soft landscaping, drainage, and external finishes
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently
• Full UK driving licence
• Relevant qualifications in Construction Management but not essential
• A proactive, detail‑oriented approach and a commitment to quality workmanship

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary up to £70k dependent on experience
• Career progression within a well‑established civil engineering contractor
• Exposure to high‑end residential projects
• Collaborative and supportive working environment

Applications

These roles are likely to move quickly with the client looking to arrange interviews for suitable candidates immediately. Please apply with an updated CV.

If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more, please apply online today, attaching a copy of your current CV.

Due to the vast number of applications that we receive, it is not possible for us to contact all applicants; therefore, only suitable candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear anything back within 7 days of submitting your application, you have unfortunately not been selected.

Linsco is an equal opportunities employer. All applicants will be considered on their merits regardless of background, characteristics or personal circumstances. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence.

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