Senior Contracts Manager - Water & Wastewater Projects

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Ludlow; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Glanua (via Marches Biogas) is a leading engineering group delivering water, wastewater and bioresource infrastructure across the UK and Ireland. With 600+ staff, we pursue sustainable, low‑carbon solutions and maintain a strong safety culture on-site in Ludlow.

The Contracts Manager is a senior leader responsible for successful end-to-end delivery, stakeholder engagement, and value‑driven performance, while upholding HSQE standards and Net Zero commitments.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Significant experience managing large-scale construction projects.
• Experience in the water/wastewater or bioresources sector is preferred.
• Strong leadership, people management and client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver complex projects safely, on time and to budget.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams and foster a high‑performance culture.
• Manage procurement, cashflow, risks and commercial performance.
• Maintain client relationships and pursue value‑add opportunities.
• Ensure HSQE compliance and sustainability targets are met.

Skills

Contract management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Health and safety

Project delivery

Lean Construction

Procurement

Commercial acumen

Team development

Job description

Glanua (via Marches Biogas) is a leading engineering group delivering water, wastewater and bioresource infrastructure across the UK and Ireland. With 600+ staff, we pursue sustainable, low‑carbon solutions and maintain a strong safety culture on-site in Ludlow.

The Contracts Manager is a senior leader responsible for successful end-to-end delivery, stakeholder engagement, and value‑driven performance, while upholding HSQE standards and Net Zero commitments.