Major Projects Manager

Brett Group; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building materials company in the UK is seeking a Major Projects Delivery Lead. In this pivotal role, you will oversee major construction projects from tender through to delivery, ensuring commercial success and maintaining high standards of quality and sustainability. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Materials, strong project management, and negotiation skills. This role offers competitive salary and benefits including generous pension and annual leave.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous pension

25 days annual leave

Life assurance

Career development

Free onsite parking

Employee assistance programme

Enhanced parental leave

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing material supply contracts in multi-stakeholder environments.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end project management.
• Deep knowledge of construction materials and low-carbon product specifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of major projects from tendering to execution.
• Develop commercial strategies for major contracts.
• Manage contract terms and negotiations to ensure compliance.

Skills

Project management

Negotiation skills

Commercial acumen

Knowledge of construction materials

SHE leadership

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Materials

Tools

NEC3/4 contract management

Job description

We’re looking for a Major Projects Delivery Lead to join our team. In this strategic, high-impact role, you’ll take full ownership of major construction projects from initial tender through to contract delivery, driving commercial success while upholding the Brett Promise of quality, safety, and sustainability.

About The Role

You will be the key figure responsible for securing, negotiating, and delivering complex material supply contracts on large-scale infrastructure and construction projects. From building early relationships with specifiers and designers to managing contract execution and ensuring financial and operational alignment, this role spans the entire project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of major projects, from tendering and bid preparation through to execution and close-out.
• Develop and implement commercial strategies to position Brett as a supplier of choice.
• Build early engagement with specifiers, designers, and contractors to influence project outcomes and secure material supply.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and MDs to ensure project commitments are achievable and aligned with business capabilities.
• Produce and lead compelling bids for major contracts, ensuring competitive positioning and high win rates.
• Manage contract terms and negotiations (NEC, JCT, FIDIC, bespoke), ensuring compliance and risk management across legal, financial, and operational domains.
• Oversee budget planning, forecasting, cost control, and cash flow throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provide leadership in managing contract claims, variations, and dispute resolution processes.
• Foster and maintain a strategic network of key clients, contractors, and consultants.

About You

Essential

• Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering or Construction Materials.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end project management in major infrastructure or construction contracts.
• Proven experience managing material supply contracts within complex, multi-stakeholder environments.
• Demonstrated commercial acumen and excellent negotiation skills.
• Deep knowledge of construction materials and low-carbon product specifications.
• SHE leadership and commitment to creating a strong safety culture.

Desirable

• Experience in bid assessment and negotiation for Tier 1 / Tier 2 contractors.
• Familiarity with NEC3/4 contract administration and delivery.
• Financial project modelling and optimisation experience.
• Effective marketing and presentation skills.
• A strong network of industry contacts across clients, contractors, and specifiers.

We'll Offer You

• A competitive salary
• Generous pension
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Life assurance
• Career and professional development
• Free onsite parking
• Employee assistance programme
• Enhanced parental leave
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discounts
• Plus more!

About Us

Brett is the UK’s largest independently owned building materials Group with over 60 sites across the South, South East, East and Midlands and employing over 750 people.

With a reputation for excellence, we offer superb development opportunities to people keen to be a part of our continued growth. As an independent business we can offer real job satisfaction in an environment which encourages you to contribute, supports you in getting the job done and enables you to become part of a team that delivers building materials for big ideas.

Why Join Brett

• Our people are individuals, we value your input and support you in your professional development.
• We see our people as our greatest strength.
• We work hard to create inclusive environments.
• Grow your skills with ongoing opportunities - our business thrives when our people are at their best, we encourage and support ongoing learning and development.

Brett Group operates an Equal Opportunities Policy and monitoring. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination in recruitment and employment. We take a zero-tolerance approach to any form of discrimination and are committed to acting professionally and fairly in all our relationships and business dealings. This is not only a legal requirement but is vital for our brand, reputation and the long-term success of our business.

Brett Group operates a preferred supplier list and does not accept agency CVs, unless specifically engaged to work on the role in writing by the People Team. Please do not forward CVs to our recruiters, employees or any other location with the Brett Group. Brett Group will not be responsible for any fees relating to unsolicited CVs or candidate profiles. Furthermore, Brett Group will only accept CVs submitted through our applicant tracking system, any and all CVs sent via email will be immediately deleted and shall not be subject to any agency terms or associated fees.

Should you wish to work with us now or in the future please email the recruitment team at [e-mail]