Senior Contracts Manager – Water & Civil Infrastructure

JN Bentley; Shifnal; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Chartership support

Benefits package

Job summary

Mott MacDonald Bentley is seeking a Contracts Manager to oversee a portfolio of water and civil works from our Shifnal offices, delivering across the Severn Trent region. You will lead site teams, manage programme delivery and ensure client satisfaction while upholding our standards.

The role requires a background in civil engineering, NEC contracts and proven leadership, with the ability to communicate across stakeholders and travel to sites as needed.

Qualifications

• CSCS and SSSTS/SMSTS are required.
• Experience in the water sector or heavy civils is essential.
• HNC or degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Understand civil engineering principles and practices.
• Knowledge of NEC3 or NEC4 is advantageous.
• Excellent organisation and problem-solving skills are needed.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
• Valid driving licence and willingness to travel to sites.

Responsibilities

• Instill the company culture and drive consistency across schemes.
• Lead a team of site managers to ensure successful programme execution.
• Improve awareness, compliance and performance with company standards and processes.
• Facilitate the growth and development of the team.
• Own commercial and programme delivery whilst ensuring client satisfaction.

Skills

CSCS Card

SSSTS/SMSTS

Water sector exp

Civil eng basics

Driving licence

Education

Civil Eng degree

Tools

NEC3/NEC4

Job description

Mott MacDonald Bentley is seeking a Contracts Manager to oversee a portfolio of water and civil works from our Shifnal offices, delivering across the Severn Trent region. You will lead site teams, manage programme delivery and ensure client satisfaction while upholding our standards.

The role requires a background in civil engineering, NEC contracts and proven leadership, with the ability to communicate across stakeholders and travel to sites as needed.