Senior Contracts Manager

Linear Recruitment Ltd; Stockport; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering and construction contractor is seeking a Senior Contracts Manager to manage high-risk energy projects. Responsibilities include overseeing site activities, ensuring safety and quality, and maintaining client relationships. The ideal candidate has 10+ years in construction with specific experience in energy and oil/gas sectors. Significant benefits include professional development investment and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Professional development investment

Supportive work culture

Key player in energy projects

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years' experience in civil engineering and construction.
• Proven experience in energy, renewables, oil/gas, or COMAH sites.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects in the Energy & Utilities sector.
• Manage site-based activities ensuring safety and quality.
• Develop and execute project plans adhering to timelines.
• Oversee budgets, project variations, and final accounts.
• Act as the main liaison between clients and site teams.

Skills

CSCS Contracts Manager Accreditation

SMSTS qualification

Experience in high-risk environments

Commercial awareness

Problem-solving mindset

Ability to manage multiple projects

Job description

Overview

Our client, a leading civil engineering and construction contractor, is searching for a Senior Contracts Manager to lead projects within their highly specialised Energy & Utilities division. This is a critical role for an experienced professional who will manage complex, high-risk projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

The ideal Senior Contracts Manager will serve as the main point of contact for clients, managing site teams and stakeholders to successfully deliver critical infrastructure projects that contribute to the UK's energy landscape. This is a rare opportunity to join a growing company with an exceptional reputation.

Key Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of projects as the leading Senior Contracts Manager within the Energy & Utilities sector.
• Manage all site-based activities, upholding the highest standards of safety and quality in high-risk environments.
• Develop and execute project plans, ensuring strict adherence to timelines and milestones.
• Oversee all commercial aspects, including managing budgets, project variations, and final accounts.
• Cultivate and maintain strong client relationships, acting as the key liaison between the client and site teams.
• Provide guidance and support to Site Managers, ensuring all resources are in place for successful project delivery.

Qualifications

• CSCS Contracts Manager Accreditation and SMSTS qualification.
• A minimum of 10 years' experience in a similar civil engineering and construction role.
• Essential experience working in high-risk environments such as energy, renewables, oil/gas, or COMAH sites.
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Excellent commercial and contractual awareness with a proactive, problem-solving mindset.
• Full UK driving licence.

Benefits

• Become a key player in the growing energy and utilities sector.
• Work with a company that has a strong pipeline of high-impact infrastructure projects.
• Receive significant investment in your professional development.
• Join a supportive, people-first culture committed to excellence.

If you are a Senior Contracts Manager with extensive experience in the energy sector, this is the role for you