Contracts Manager

Contracts Manager – Civil Engineering Location: Bristol / South West
Salary: £61,000 – £70,000 DOE + Car/Car Allowance + Bonus + Benefits
Contract: Permanent, Full Time

An established civil engineering contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Contracts Manager to join its South West operations, supporting the delivery of a growing portfolio of highways and infrastructure projects.

This is a senior operational position with responsibility for overseeing multiple projects and providing leadership and direction to Project Managers and site-based delivery teams.

Alongside project delivery, you will work closely with pre-construction and planning teams, supporting new opportunities and helping to develop effective delivery strategies.
The Role: As Contracts Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing multiple civil engineering and infrastructure projects across the region
• Providing leadership and support to Project Managers and operational teams
• Ensuring projects achieve programme, commercial, quality and safety objectives
• Monitoring project performance and implementing corrective action where required
• Building strong relationships with clients, stakeholders and supply chain partners
• Supporting pre-construction, tender and framework opportunities
• Working collaboratively with commercial and planning teams
• Identifying opportunities for continued growth and repeat business
• Driving high standards of health, safety, environmental and quality performance

About You: We are looking for an established Contracts Manager with a strong background in civil engineering, highways or infrastructure.

You should be able to demonstrate:

• Previous experience operating at Contracts Manager or comparable senior operational level
• Strong civil engineering/infrastructure project delivery experience
• Experience overseeing multiple projects and delivery teams
• Good commercial and programme awareness
• Strong client and stakeholder management skills
• Experience working within framework and/or tender environments
• SMSTS
• Full UK driving licence

Experience within highways, local authority infrastructure or NEC contracts would be advantageous.
Package: A competitive package is available including:

• Salary £61,000 – £70,000 DOE
• Company car or car allowance
• Discretionary bonus
• Pension and wider company benefits
• Long-term opportunity within an established civil engineering business

This would suit an experienced Contracts Manager looking for a senior role with responsibility across a varied regional project portfolio.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Laura Stephenson at RGB Recruitment

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