Contracts Manager

Contracts Manager – Water / Wastewater Location: North East England Salary: £78,000+ + Package Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time We are currently looking to speak with an experienced Contracts Manager to join a well established civil engineering, overseeing the delivery of civil engineering projects within the water and wastewater sector. This is a senior operational opportunity for an established construction professional with substantial water industry experience, looking to take responsibility for project delivery, operational performance and the management of site-based teams across a portfolio of works. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered safely, commercially and in line with programme requirements, while maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

* Overseeing the delivery of multiple water and wastewater civil engineering projects. * Managing and supporting Site Agents, Site Managers and wider operational teams. * Taking responsibility for programme, resources and overall project performance. * Ensuring projects are delivered in accordance with contractual, commercial and technical requirements. * Managing client relationships and attending progress and operational meetings. * Monitoring project costs, budgets and commercial performance. * Overseeing subcontractor procurement and performance. * Ensuring health, safety, environmental and quality standards are maintained. * Identifying and managing operational risks, implementing solutions where required. * Reporting on project progress and performance to senior management. * Supporting the continued development of operational teams and delivery processes.

Requirements

* Previous experience as a Contracts Manager or in a similar senior operational management position within civil engineering. * Essential: Strong experience delivering water and/or wastewater infrastructure projects. * Proven experience overseeing multiple projects and managing site-based teams. * Strong understanding of civil engineering construction methods and project delivery. * Good commercial awareness and understanding of contractual requirements. * Experience managing client relationships and subcontractors. * Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills. * Relevant construction qualifications, including SMSTS. * Full UK driving licence. Package * Salary from £78,000 upwards, depending on experience. * Additional package. * Permanent, full-time position. * Senior opportunity within an established civil engineering contractor. If you're an experienced Contracts Manager with a strong water industry background and are looking for your next senior permanent opportunity, we'd be interested in hearing from you. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion