Contracts Manager

Contracts Manager - Groundworks
South West Region
Permanent
From 60,000 + Company Vehicle + Fuel Card

Lead Major Groundworks Projects Across the South West

A well-established and growing civil engineering and groundworks contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee multiple large-scale projects across the region.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proven Groundworks professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys managing complex projects, developing teams and driving successful project delivery.

Working closely with senior leadership, you will have responsibility for multiple live contracts, supporting Site Managers and Project Managers to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and to the highest possible standards.

The Role

As Contracts Manager, you will:

• Oversee several live groundworks and civil engineering projects.
• Manage and support Site Managers and Project Managers across your region.
• Monitor programme performance and ensure project milestones are achieved.
• Maintain strong client relationships and service delivery standards.
• Conduct regular site visits and provide leadership to operational teams.
• Report directly to senior operational management.
• Ensure projects remain compliant, profitable and efficiently resourced.

This is a regional role with travel to sites across the South West. Candidates should be willing to travel up to 1.5 hours when required.

What We're Looking For

Essential Experience

• Strong Groundworks background.
• Several years' experience as a Contracts Manager or Senior Project Manager.
• Proven track record delivering large-scale groundworks, infrastructure or civil engineering projects.
• Experience managing multiple sites and project teams simultaneously.
• Strong commercial, operational and programme management skills.
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management abilities.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

What's On Offer?

• Salary starting from 60,000.
• Company van.
• Fuel card / mileage covered.
• Long-term career progression.
• Diverse portfolio of major projects.
• Stable and growing business.
• Autonomy and responsibility within a senior operational role.

Apply

If you are an experienced Groundworks Contracts Manager or Senior Project Manager looking for your next challenge with a successful and expanding contractor, we'd like to speak with you.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Jane at Jobline.