Contracts Manager - Highway & Drainage

Job Title: Contracts Manager

Location: Redditch, UK

Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Are you an experienced Contracts Manager with a background in groundworks and civils projects? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment, leading teams to deliver high-quality results on time and within budget? Join the team in Redditch as their newest Contracts Manager.

About: The company is a leading provider of groundworks and civil engineering solutions, specialising in projects ranging from highway works to sewage infrastructure. With a commitment to excellence and a reputation for delivering exceptional results, they are seeking a talented Contracts Manager to help drive their continued success.

Job Description: As a Contracts Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the successful delivery of our groundworks and civils projects, including highway works 278 and sewage infrastructure. Working closely with our project teams and clients, you will be responsible for ensuring that projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing multiple contracts simultaneously, from tender stage through to completion.
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
• Leading and motivating project teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Monitoring project progress and performance, identifying any issues or risks and implementing effective mitigation strategies.
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and company policies at all times.
• Overseeing the preparation of project documentation, including contracts, method statements, and risk assessments.
• Managing project budgets and financial performance, including cost control and reporting.
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of our processes and procedures.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within the groundworks and civil engineering industry.
• Strong knowledge of highway works 278 and sewage infrastructure projects.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire teams.
• Sound commercial acumen, with experience in managing project budgets and financial performance.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
• Relevant qualifications in construction management or a related field.
• Full driving license and willingness to travel to project sites as required.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary (£40,000 - £55,000 per annum).
• Opportunities for career progression and development.
• Company pension scheme.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Health and wellness benefits.