Contracts Manager – Residential Groundworks Projects Lead

Kenton Black Limited; Newark on Trent; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Pension scheme

Paid holidays

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

A leading and fast-growing contractor in the East Midlands is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee multiple residential groundworks projects. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in the civil engineering sector, strong leadership skills, and the ability to manage projects effectively. This role offers a competitive salary, career progression opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within the residential groundworks or civil engineering sector.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Commercial awareness and ability to plan and deliver multiple projects simultaneously.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites across the East Midlands.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day‑to‑day site operations and monitor progress on all assigned projects.
• Manage and report on project performance against programme and budget.
• Maintain and develop strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Produce monthly progress reports and performance updates for the Operations Director.
• Arrange and coordinate labour, materials, and plant resources.
• Ensure all works are delivered in line with health, safety, and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Commercial awareness

Project management

Job description

A leading and fast-growing contractor in the East Midlands is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee multiple residential groundworks projects. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in the civil engineering sector, strong leadership skills, and the ability to manage projects effectively. This role offers a competitive salary, career progression opportunities, and a supportive work environment.