Senior Contracts Manager - RC Frames & Groundworks

Cavendish Professionals; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cavendish Professionals is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager in London to oversee a portfolio of RC Frame and Groundworks projects. You will lead project teams, manage budgets and schedules, and ensure compliance with safety and contractual obligations.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and a solid track record in heavy civils. A UK driving licence and relevant qualifications are essential for site-based work.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Contracts Manager in RC Frame and Groundworks sectors.
• Experience managing multiple projects concurrently.
• Strong knowledge of reinforced concrete structures and groundwork packages.
• Excellent commercial awareness and contractual knowledge.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Ability to build and maintain effective client relationships.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and organisational skills.
• Proficient in MS Office and project management software.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• HNC/HND or Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related discipline preferred.
• SMSTS Certificate.
• CSCS Card.
• First Aid at Work preferred.
• Temporary Works Coordinator advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of 3-5 RC Frame and Groundworks projects simultaneously.
• Lead and support Project Managers, Site Managers, Engineers and site teams.
• Monitor programmes, costs and resource allocation.
• Attend client, consultant and subcontractor meetings and maintain relationships.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and implement solutions.
• Ensure safety compliance and quality standards across all phases.
• Collaborate with commercial team on budgets, valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Conduct regular site visits and project audits.
• Support business development and help secure future work.

Skills

Contract management

RC Frames

Groundworks

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Negotiation

Organisational skills

MS Office

Project management software

Driving licence

Education

Construction Management degree

SMSTS Certificate

CSCS Card

First Aid at Work

Tools

MS Office

Project management software

Job description

Cavendish Professionals is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager in London to oversee a portfolio of RC Frame and Groundworks projects. You will lead project teams, manage budgets and schedules, and ensure compliance with safety and contractual obligations.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and a solid track record in heavy civils. A UK driving licence and relevant qualifications are essential for site-based work.