FULCRUM RECRUITMENT LIMITED
Wolviston, Yorkshire
The opportunity A leading regional civil engineering contractor is seeking a client-facing Contracts Manager to be the face of the business on Northumbrian Water (NWL) AMP8 water civils projects across the North East. You ll lead multiple schemes end-to-end, strengthening relationships on the framework and ensuring safe, timely and commercially sound delivery. Direct water-sector experience is ideal; strong candidates from broader main-contracting civils (drainage, public realm etc.) are also encouraged to apply. What you ll do Act as primary client interface for NWL AMP8 works; chair/attend progress, commercial and design meetings. Lead projects from pre-construction to handover: scope, programme, resources, risk and change control. Manage NEC (Options A/C) administration: EWNs, PMIs, CEs, valuations, CVR and forecasting with Commercial. Drive best-in-class H&S, quality and environmental performance (RAMS, ITPs, permits, audits). Coordinate delivery teams and supply chain to meet time, cost and quality targets. Report accurately on programme, cost/value, KPIs/OFWAT metrics and handover documentation. Mentor Engineers/Site Managers and champion a collaborative, learning culture. What you ll bring Proven delivery of water civils (clean/wastewater networks, rehab, drainage) or comparable main-contracting civils. Strong NEC knowledge and confident change/forecast management. Multi-site leadership with clear planning, prioritisation and recovery skills. Credible communicator who builds trust with clients, designers, operations and commercial teams. Robust HSEQ leadership and proactive risk management. Qualifications & requirements HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering (or similar). SMSTS (or equivalent), CSCS, full UK driving licence. Temporary Works appreciation; water hygiene/confined space desirable (can be provided). Proficient with MS Project/Primavera (or equivalent) and MS 365. Travel & patch North East led (Teesside & North Yorkshire) with travel across Northern England aligned to project needs. Why join? Impact & visibility: sector-lead remit on a strategic NWL framework. Stability & growth: strong forward order book and clear growth plans. People & development: apprenticeships, skills development and progression pathways. Benefits: 26 days holiday plus bank holidays, flexible car leasing, overtime paid at standard rates, supportive culture. Fore more infromation contact David Fletcher of Fulcrum Recruitment
The opportunity A leading regional civil engineering contractor is seeking a client-facing Contracts Manager to be the face of the business on Northumbrian Water (NWL) AMP8 water civils projects across the North East. You ll lead multiple schemes end-to-end, strengthening relationships on the framework and ensuring safe, timely and commercially sound delivery. Direct water-sector experience is ideal; strong candidates from broader main-contracting civils (drainage, public realm etc.) are also encouraged to apply. What you ll do Act as primary client interface for NWL AMP8 works; chair/attend progress, commercial and design meetings. Lead projects from pre-construction to handover: scope, programme, resources, risk and change control. Manage NEC (Options A/C) administration: EWNs, PMIs, CEs, valuations, CVR and forecasting with Commercial. Drive best-in-class H&S, quality and environmental performance (RAMS, ITPs, permits, audits). Coordinate delivery teams and supply chain to meet time, cost and quality targets. Report accurately on programme, cost/value, KPIs/OFWAT metrics and handover documentation. Mentor Engineers/Site Managers and champion a collaborative, learning culture. What you ll bring Proven delivery of water civils (clean/wastewater networks, rehab, drainage) or comparable main-contracting civils. Strong NEC knowledge and confident change/forecast management. Multi-site leadership with clear planning, prioritisation and recovery skills. Credible communicator who builds trust with clients, designers, operations and commercial teams. Robust HSEQ leadership and proactive risk management. Qualifications & requirements HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering (or similar). SMSTS (or equivalent), CSCS, full UK driving licence. Temporary Works appreciation; water hygiene/confined space desirable (can be provided). Proficient with MS Project/Primavera (or equivalent) and MS 365. Travel & patch North East led (Teesside & North Yorkshire) with travel across Northern England aligned to project needs. Why join? Impact & visibility: sector-lead remit on a strategic NWL framework. Stability & growth: strong forward order book and clear growth plans. People & development: apprenticeships, skills development and progression pathways. Benefits: 26 days holiday plus bank holidays, flexible car leasing, overtime paid at standard rates, supportive culture. Fore more infromation contact David Fletcher of Fulcrum Recruitment
FULCRUM RECRUITMENT LIMITED
Gateshead, Tyne And Wear
Quantity Surveyor Heavy Civil Engineering Location: Gateshead Employment Type: Permanent Salary: Competitive salary + benefits Sector: Civil Engineering Fulcrum Recruitment is working with a well-established and growing civil engineering contractor that is looking to appoint a Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team based in Gateshead. This is an excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor with around 2 3 years post-degree experience who is looking to develop within civil engineering, marine infrastructure and heavy civils. The company delivers a varied range of technically interesting projects across the UK, including quay works, jetties, harbours, sea walls, reinforced concrete structures, piling, coastal works, flood defence and wider infrastructure schemes. The role will be primarily office-based in Gateshead, with occasional site visits as required. The Role As Quantity Surveyor, you will support the commercial management of live civil engineering projects, working closely with the Commercial Manager, Project Managers, site teams, supply chain and clients. You will be involved in subcontract procurement, contract administration, valuations, change control, cost reporting, compensation events, commercial records and final accounts. The role will also include supporting tendering, estimating and supply chain engagement for future projects. This role would suit a Quantity Surveyor who is commercially minded, organised, keen to learn and interested in developing within NEC contracts, heavy civil engineering and marine infrastructure. Key Responsibilities Support the commercial management of live civil engineering projects, including subcontract procurement, supply chain management, interim valuations, payment applications and final accounts. Assist with NEC contract administration, compensation events, change control, risk registers, commercial documentation and accurate project records. Support cost forecasting, CVRs, monthly reporting and wider commercial reviews with the Commercial Manager and project teams. Work closely with Project Managers, site teams, clients, subcontractors and suppliers to monitor cost, value, risk, progress and commercial performance. Attend occasional site visits for measures, progress checks, stakeholder liaison and project meetings. Support tendering, estimating and supply chain engagement for upcoming works. Candidate Requirements Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a closely related discipline, with around 2 3 years post-degree experience in a Quantity Surveying role. Previous experience within civil engineering, infrastructure, construction or a contractor environment would be beneficial. Good understanding of measurement, valuations, change control, cost reporting and commercial administration. Strong Excel skills, good general IT ability, strong communication skills and the ability to work well with internal teams, clients and the supply chain. Full UK driving licence, right to work in the UK and willingness to travel for short site visits when required. NEC3 or NEC4 experience, contractor-side experience, marine, coastal, piling, reinforced concrete, heavy civils, design-and-build or early contractor involvement exposure would all be advantageous. The Opportunity This is a strong long-term opportunity with a stable and growing civil engineering contractor offering varied work, support from an experienced commercial team and genuine scope for career development. The company is open to candidates who already have civil engineering experience, as well as Quantity Surveyors from a wider construction background who are keen to move into heavy civils and marine infrastructure. You will gain exposure to technically interesting schemes, receive support from senior commercial mentors, develop your NEC knowledge and have the opportunity to progress as the business continues to grow. Package The package includes a competitive salary, company benefits, pension and standard industry benefits. The role also offers structured development, exposure to varied civil engineering projects, a modern Gateshead office environment, sensible travel expectations and clear progression opportunities. For further information on this opportunity, please contact David Fletcher of Fulcrum Recruitment.
Quantity Surveyor Heavy Civil Engineering Location: Gateshead Employment Type: Permanent Salary: Competitive salary + benefits Sector: Civil Engineering Fulcrum Recruitment is working with a well-established and growing civil engineering contractor that is looking to appoint a Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team based in Gateshead. This is an excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor with around 2 3 years post-degree experience who is looking to develop within civil engineering, marine infrastructure and heavy civils. The company delivers a varied range of technically interesting projects across the UK, including quay works, jetties, harbours, sea walls, reinforced concrete structures, piling, coastal works, flood defence and wider infrastructure schemes. The role will be primarily office-based in Gateshead, with occasional site visits as required. The Role As Quantity Surveyor, you will support the commercial management of live civil engineering projects, working closely with the Commercial Manager, Project Managers, site teams, supply chain and clients. You will be involved in subcontract procurement, contract administration, valuations, change control, cost reporting, compensation events, commercial records and final accounts. The role will also include supporting tendering, estimating and supply chain engagement for future projects. This role would suit a Quantity Surveyor who is commercially minded, organised, keen to learn and interested in developing within NEC contracts, heavy civil engineering and marine infrastructure. Key Responsibilities Support the commercial management of live civil engineering projects, including subcontract procurement, supply chain management, interim valuations, payment applications and final accounts. Assist with NEC contract administration, compensation events, change control, risk registers, commercial documentation and accurate project records. Support cost forecasting, CVRs, monthly reporting and wider commercial reviews with the Commercial Manager and project teams. Work closely with Project Managers, site teams, clients, subcontractors and suppliers to monitor cost, value, risk, progress and commercial performance. Attend occasional site visits for measures, progress checks, stakeholder liaison and project meetings. Support tendering, estimating and supply chain engagement for upcoming works. Candidate Requirements Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a closely related discipline, with around 2 3 years post-degree experience in a Quantity Surveying role. Previous experience within civil engineering, infrastructure, construction or a contractor environment would be beneficial. Good understanding of measurement, valuations, change control, cost reporting and commercial administration. Strong Excel skills, good general IT ability, strong communication skills and the ability to work well with internal teams, clients and the supply chain. Full UK driving licence, right to work in the UK and willingness to travel for short site visits when required. NEC3 or NEC4 experience, contractor-side experience, marine, coastal, piling, reinforced concrete, heavy civils, design-and-build or early contractor involvement exposure would all be advantageous. The Opportunity This is a strong long-term opportunity with a stable and growing civil engineering contractor offering varied work, support from an experienced commercial team and genuine scope for career development. The company is open to candidates who already have civil engineering experience, as well as Quantity Surveyors from a wider construction background who are keen to move into heavy civils and marine infrastructure. You will gain exposure to technically interesting schemes, receive support from senior commercial mentors, develop your NEC knowledge and have the opportunity to progress as the business continues to grow. Package The package includes a competitive salary, company benefits, pension and standard industry benefits. The role also offers structured development, exposure to varied civil engineering projects, a modern Gateshead office environment, sensible travel expectations and clear progression opportunities. For further information on this opportunity, please contact David Fletcher of Fulcrum Recruitment.
