Senior Contract Manager – Civil Engineering

Intersect Global Limited; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 89,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in the United Kingdom is looking for a Senior Contract Manager with expertise in heavy civil engineering. The role involves delivering operational excellence across major infrastructure projects, maintaining client relationships, and leading high-performing teams. With a competitive salary up to £105k and comprehensive benefits, this position is ideal for leaders passionate about innovative solutions in civil engineering.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension

Healthcare

Holiday allowance (24-26 days)

Employee benefits programme

Qualifications

• Proven leader in heavy civil engineering.
• Experience delivering complex, high-value projects.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire operational teams to drive compliance.
• Oversee P&L responsibility and commercial controls.
• Align resources to strategic objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Commercial acumen

Strategic thinking

Project management

Education

ILM or equivalent experience

Job description

Senior Contract Manager – Civil Engineering

Up to £105k plus car or car allowance

Our client is seeking a proven leader with expertise in heavy civil engineering to help shape the future of their growing Civil Engineering division. With major frameworks like HS2 already underway and a pipeline of exciting, large-scale infrastructure opportunities, this is a pivotal role for someone who thrives on complexity, collaboration, and commercial success.

The Role

As a Senior Contract Manager, you’ll play a key role in delivering strategic and operational excellence across our client’s civil engineering portfolio. You’ll lead from the front, influencing profitability, driving performance, and building strong relationships with clients and stakeholders at every level.

This is more than contract management — it’s about leading transformational projects, mentoring high‑performing teams, and ensuring delivery that is safe, efficient, and of the highest standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire senior operational teams to drive compliance, improve performance, and maximise profitability.
• Oversee full P&L responsibility and ensure robust commercial and financial controls.
• Align people, systems, and resources to strategic objectives and evolving client needs.
• Champion a culture of safety, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and advocate.
• Ensure effective planning and utilisation of labour, plant, and materials across complex projects.

About You

• A strong track record in senior contract or project management roles within heavy civil engineering or major infrastructure.
• Experience delivering complex, high‑value projects, ideally within regulated or high‑profile environments.
• Commercial acumen, strategic thinking, and the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g. ILM, construction management, or equivalent experience).
• Integrity, resilience, and a passion for delivering excellence.

About Our Client

Every day, our client works smarter, greener, and uses innovation to make a positive impact. Their purpose is simple – to make life better for growing communities by playing a vital role in providing essential infrastructure such as clean water and power to millions of homes and businesses across the UK. As one of the largest family‑owned construction businesses in the country, our client cares deeply about their people, their clients, and the environment.

Benefits

In addition to supporting your career growth, our client offers a competitive salary, pension, healthcare, and a holiday allowance starting at 24–26 days per annum.

You’ll also enjoy access to exclusive perks via their employee benefits programme, offering discounts with major retailers such as Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Currys, and Vue Cinemas, as well as a cycle‑to‑work scheme and Employee Assistance Programme.

Intersect is an equal opportunity employer; we embrace diversity within the workplace.