Senior Civils Contracts Manager

  • Delta Personnel Ltd
  • Wigan, Lancashire
  • 13/10/2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

Delta Personnel are recruiting for an experienced Senior Contracts Manager to join an established civil engineering contractor delivering a significant programme of infrastructure works across the North West.

This is a senior operational position with overall oversight of a portfolio of live projects. The successful individual will provide leadership and direction across the contracts, supporting the existing Contracts Management team and acting as a key link between senior leadership, operational management and the client.

Projects involve substantial and technically challenging civil engineering and infrastructure works.

The role will include:

  • Overall operational oversight of multiple live civil engineering projects
  • Leading, supporting and providing direction to Contracts Managers and Project Managers
  • Acting as a key link between senior leadership, operational management and the client
  • Monitoring project and contract performance, identifying where intervention or additional support is required
  • Maintaining strong relationships with senior client representatives
  • Providing senior oversight across programme, commercial performance, safety and quality
  • Driving performance, accountability and successful delivery across the portfolio

We are looking for:

  • An experienced Senior Contracts Manager or highly experienced Contracts Manager ready to step up
  • A strong background in civil engineering and major infrastructure projects
  • Experience overseeing multiple projects or contracts simultaneously
  • Experience delivering complex civils works, including deep drainage, reinforced concrete structures and associated infrastructure
  • Strong operational leadership, commercial awareness and client management skills
  • The ability to identify problems and drive corrective action across multiple projects

There is a significant pipeline of secured and upcoming work, offering genuine long term prospects for the right individual, whether joining on a subcontract or permanent basis.

To apply, please submit your CV or contact Delta Personnel for a confidential discussion.