Senior Contracts Manager - Civil & Water Infrastructure

Matchtech; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee major water and civil engineering projects across the North West. The role is permanent and focuses on commercial performance, programme delivery, resources, health and safety, quality, and stakeholder relationships across multiple sites.

You will lead planning, procurement, contract administration, and risk management while ensuring NEC contract compliance and adherence to CDM regulations.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience managing civil engineering or water projects.
• Knowledge of NEC contracts, CDM regulations, and cost control.
• Certifications: SMSTS, CSCS, NEBOSH Construction Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, programming and successful delivery of civil engineering and water projects across the North West.
• Monitor project costs, resources, forecasts, margins and commercial performance, including monthly cost value reconciliations.
• Manage procurement, subcontractor engagement, contract administration, cost plans, risks and commercial reporting.
• Oversee tender handovers, pre-start meetings, project reviews, progress meetings and accurate records of actions.

Skills

Contract management

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Cost control

Procurement

Education

HNC/HND or degree in civil engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Matchtech is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee major water and civil engineering projects across the North West. The role is permanent and focuses on commercial performance, programme delivery, resources, health and safety, quality, and stakeholder relationships across multiple sites.

You will lead planning, procurement, contract administration, and risk management while ensuring NEC contract compliance and adherence to CDM regulations.