Earthworks Senior Contracts Manager / Operations Manager

My client is a leading Earthworks contractor operating across England. They deliver projects valued between £100,000 and £25 million for the public and private sector, across diverse industries.

The Role

I'm seeking an experienced Operations Manager – Earthworks, to initially oversee project teams in the East Midlands region of England. These are technically complex and high-value schemes. Reporting to the Director, you will be responsible for overseeing the earthworks teams and operations, ensuring timely, safe, and efficient delivery within budget and to the highest quality standards.I will stress this is a nationwide role and will involve travel.

As an Operations Manager, you will:

• Lead the earthworks portion of the projects, managing resources, budget, and project timelines.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations on-site.
• Coordinate the use of plant, machinery, and personnel to ensure project milestones are met efficiently.
• Oversee subcontractors and liaise with clients, suppliers, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution.
• Monitor and control project costs, providing regular financial updates to senior management.
• Provide regular progress reports and updates to the Director.
• Oversee the quality control of all earthworks operations and ensure compliance with relevant standards.
• Contribute to the development of project plans and strategies in collaboration with other senior team members.

Who You Are

You bring strong civil engineering experience, particularly in earthworks, from Tier 1 or major infrastructure projects. You have a track record of managing large-scale civil engineering projects and are confident overseeing teams and subcontractors in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Key Skills :

• Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Experience managing large-scale earthworks or civil engineering projects.
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts and experience with contract administration.
• Proficiency in project management software such as MS Project or Primavera P6.
• Experience with budgeting, cost control, and financial reporting.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to health, safety, and environmental best practices on-site.

All applicants MUST be able to provide two recent, contactable references