Contracts Manager – Highways & Civil Engineering

Bristol

£65,000 & £70,000 & Exceptional benefits package

Sphere Solutions are working with a leading Highways & Civil Engineering contractor to recruit an experienced Contracts Manager to join their South West Civils team.

This is a key leadership role overseeing the successful delivery and growth of highways and civil engineering projects from Exeter to Gloucester, with projects typically valued between £1 million and £15 million.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage up to three projects simultaneously
• Ensuring programme, quality, safety and commercial targets are achieved
• Provide leadership and support to Project Managers and site teams
• Support the business in securing new work through frameworks and competitive tenders
• Work with Pre-Construction and Planning teams
• Build strong relationships with clients, local authorities, stakeholders, subcontractors and supply chain partners
• Monitor project performance and implement corrective actions where required

About You

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar Contracts Manager-level role
• Proven background in highways, civil engineering or infrastructure
• Experience managing multiple projects and operational delivery teams
• Experience working with framework agreements and competitive tenders
• Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills
• SMSTS qualified
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the South West from Exeter to Gloucester
• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline is desirable
• Knowledge of NEC contracts and collaborative delivery models is preferred

Package

• Salary £65,000-£70,000 depending on experience
• Company car or Car allowance
• Exceptional bonus scheme
• Other company benefits

To Apply

For a confidential discussion, contact Jo or Abbie on 01752 421888.

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