Project Manager - Civil Engineering

  • Henley Chase
  • Wakefield, Yorkshire
  • 27/01/2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

Contracts Manager

We are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to take a senior role within a contracting division responsible for nationwide operations. The successful candidate will have a strong background in civil engineering groundworks and a proven track record of managing site operatives and subcontractors.

This is a permanent, salaried position offering long-term career development within an established and growing organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Overall management of nationwide contracting operations
  • Leadership and coordination of site operatives and subcontractors
  • Responsibility for quality control, health & safety, and training
  • Contributing as a senior member of the management team
  • Ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to specification

Candidate Requirements:

  • Significant experience in civil engineering and groundworks
  • Proven site and workforce management experience
  • Strong knowledge of health & safety regulations
  • Organised, proactive, and capable of working at a senior management level

Terms of Employment:

  • Position: Contracts Manager
  • Employment Type: Permanent (subject to 3-month probationary period)
  • Salary: Negotiable, paid monthly
  • Bonus: 3k-4k Dependant on performance
  • Company Vehicle: Skoda Enyaq 85 Sportline EV
  • Holiday Entitlement: 23 days annual leave (including 3 days during Christmas/New Year shutdown) plus statutory public holidays
  • Sickness Pay: 2 weeks full pay, followed by 2 weeks half pay per annum
  • Pension: 5% employer contribution with 5% employee contribution
  • Healthcare: Private healthcare cover for employee (subject to health check)