Contracts Manager - Water & Environment, Lead & Grow Team

JN Bentley; Reading; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Professional development

Job summary

Mott MacDonald Bentley is seeking a Contracts Manager to oversee a portfolio of water and wastewater schemes across the Thames Valley region. You will lead site managers, ensure programme delivery and uphold client satisfaction from inception to handover.

The role requires strong communication, leadership, and NEC3/4 understanding, with travel to multiple sites as needed. This is a full-time on-site position within our Reading operations.

Qualifications

• CSCS and SSSTS/SMSTS qualifications required.
• HNC or Degree in Civil Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of civil engineering principles and NEC3 or NEC4.
• Excellent organisation and problem-solving skills; willingness to travel to sites across your operational region.

Responsibilities

• Instill the company culture and drive consistency across schemes.
• Lead a team of site managers to ensure successful delivery of the programme.
• Improve awareness, compliance and performance with company standards and processes.
• Facilitate the growth and development of the team.
• Overall responsibility for commercial and programme delivery while ensuring client satisfaction.

Skills

CSCS

SSSTS/ SMSTS

Communication skills

Driving licence

Education

HNC / Degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Job description

Mott MacDonald Bentley is seeking a Contracts Manager to oversee a portfolio of water and wastewater schemes across the Thames Valley region. You will lead site managers, ensure programme delivery and uphold client satisfaction from inception to handover.

The role requires strong communication, leadership, and NEC3/4 understanding, with travel to multiple sites as needed. This is a full-time on-site position within our Reading operations.