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Contracts Manager

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6 days ago
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My client is a fully integrated design and build business combining design and contracting experience, operating across water, energy and environment sectors throughout the UK. With an annual turnover surpassing £500 million, they are a leader within the industry. The sustained, robust business performance creates an ideal environment for career growth.

As a Contracts Manager you will be responsible for a portfolio of schemes that enhance our environment and communities - from improving flood defences, to upgrading water treatment works and providing nature-based solutions that improve biodiversity. Our Contract Managers are great communicators, motivators & leaders, who have a wealth of technical knowledge, and have full ownership of the whole process from inception to handover.

The role of a Contracts Manager includes:

  • Instilling the company culture and driving consistency across a number of schemes for the organisation

  • Leading a team of site managers to ensure successful execution of the programme

  • Improving awareness, compliance and performance with company standards & processes

  • Facilitating the growth and development of the team

  • Overall responsibility for commercial and programme delivery whilst ensuring client satisfaction

    What you’ll need:

  • CSCS, SSSTS/ SMSTS

  • HNC / Degree in Civil Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience

  • Understand civil engineering principles and practices

  • Knowledge of NEC3 or 4

  • Excellent organisation and problem-solving skills

  • Ability to communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders

  • A valid driving licence and willingness to travel to sites across your operational region

    What’s in it for you:

    Alongside our significant training and development investment, bespoke progression plan and support to achieve professional chartership, we offer a wide range of financial, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits that you can tailor to your needs

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