Contracts Manager – Groundworks

Location: Bristol
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Circa £90,000 + Package

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager with residential groundworks and/or civil engineering experience to join a successful, long-standing regional subcontractor. You will manage residential sites across Dorset, North Somerset & Bristol.

With the business in a strong phase of expansion and a large base of repeat clients, this is an excellent opportunity to progress your career with a respected contractor.

Reporting directly to the Construction Director, you will take full responsibility for the successful delivery of multiple sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Overall management of designated sites, ensuring health & safety compliance at all times
• Manage site teams, direct labour, and subcontractors
• Ensure all plant and materials are fit for purpose
• Ensure PPE and on-site HSE requirements are in place
• Implement short- and long-term programmes to deliver sites on time
• Liaise with internal and external Health & Safety consultants, advisors, and auditors
• Regular client liaison, progress updates, and attendance at meetings
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget
• Work closely with commercial and technical teams
• Source and recruit site teams and labour
• Oversee ongoing training and HR matters

Requirements

• Proven experience at Contracts Manager level within residential groundworks
• Strong knowledge of programming and planning
• Excellent health & safety management knowledge, including RAMS and COSHH
• SMSTS qualification (essential)
• Strong commercial and financial understanding
• Full UK driving licence (sites across Bristol, Dorset & North Somerset)

Package

• Salary in the region of £80,000–£90,000, dependent on experience
• Company vehicle or car allowance
• Additional benefits package

How to Apply

For an informal discussion, please contact Jo or Abbie on 01752 421888, or click apply to begin your journey with us.

About Sphere Solutions

Sphere Solutions are a market leader in construction recruitment across the South West & Wales, with offices in Truro, Plymouth, Taunton, Bristol, Cardiff, and Gloucester.

We pride ourselves on building long-term relationships with local, regional, and national contractors, developers, and consultancies, offering a bespoke, discreet, and professional recruitment service delivered by highly experienced consultants.