Contract Manager

Job Title : Contracts Manager

Location : Greater Manchester (hybrid)

Salary : Starting from £75,000 (depending on experience) + £5,000 car allowance

Job Objectives

• Take overall responsibility for the successful delivery of allocated Civils projects, reporting to the Operations Director.
• Lead and support Site Managers and project teams to ensure consistent performance across programme, safety, quality and cost.
• Ensure client expectations are met and contractual performance targets are achieved.
• Promote high standards of health and safety, quality and professionalism across all projects.
• Develop strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors and key stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

General Management

• Ensure all works are delivered in accordance with company policies, procedures and required standards.
• Provide leadership, direction and support to Site Managers and project teams.
• Carry out regular site visits to monitor progress, performance and compliance.
• Ensure projects are adequately resourced and delivered effectively.
• Produce accurate and timely project reports and updates for senior management.

Health, Safety & Environment

• Promote and maintain high standards of Health, Safety and Environmental performance across all projects.
• Ensure Construction Phase Plans are developed, maintained and adhered to.
• Carry out regular site inspections and safety audits.
• Monitor compliance with relevant legislation, company policies and industry standards.
• Identify areas for improvement and work with site teams to maintain a positive safety culture.

Project Delivery & Client Management

• Manage the successful delivery of Civils projects from pre-construction through to completion.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders.
• Monitor project performance against programme, quality and cost objectives.
• Provide guidance and support to Site Managers and delivery teams.
• Ensure effective communication and reporting throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify and resolve issues proactively to minimise delays and disruption.
• Drive continuous improvement in project delivery and performance.

Planning & Pre-Construction

• Review and oversee project programmes from tender through to delivery.
• Monitor progress and ensure key milestones are achieved.
• Support tender and pre-construction activities with input on buildability, programme and project risks.
• Coordinate with consultants, subcontractors and supply chain partners.
• Ensure projects are properly planned and resourced prior to commencing works.

Leadership & People

• Lead, mentor and support Site Managers and wider project teams.
• Promote a collaborative and high-performance working environment.
• Support the development and progression of project and site-based staff.
• Encourage strong communication, accountability and teamwork across projects.

Commercial & Risk Management

• Maintain strong commercial and contractual awareness throughout project delivery.
• Monitor project costs, budgets and financial performance.
• Work closely with the commercial team to ensure contractual and financial targets are achieved.
• Identify potential commercial risks and opportunities and implement appropriate actions.
• Support value engineering and cost-saving initiatives where appropriate.
• Manage subcontractors and suppliers effectively to ensure contractual obligations are met.

Person Specification

Essential

• Proven experience working as a Contracts Manager within Civils environment
• Strong technical knowledge of Civils and groundworks.
• Experience managing multiple projects or contracts simultaneously.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Good commercial and contractual awareness.
• Proven track record of delivering projects safely, on programme and to budget.
• Strong client and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving abilities.
• Proactive approach with the ability to anticipate and resolve issues.
• IT proficient, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Project or similar.
• Strong commitment to health and safety, quality and customer service.