At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead major civil engineering projects from pre-construction to completion.
- Company: Established civil engineering contractor with a strong reputation.
- Benefits: Career progression, professional development, and a long-term pipeline of projects.
- Other info: Join a forward-thinking team committed to quality and safety.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on infrastructure while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in managing multiple projects and strong commercial awareness required.
The predicted salary is between 51750 - 63250 £ per year.
Are you an experienced Contract Manager looking to lead the successful delivery of major civil engineering and infrastructure projects?
An established and growing civil engineering contractor is looking to appoint a Contract Manager to oversee multiple infrastructure schemes from pre-construction through to completion. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business with a strong pipeline of work across highways, public realm, bridge works, flood alleviation and active travel projects.
You'll play a key leadership role, working alongside design teams, commercial teams and operational staff to deliver projects safely, on programme and within budget. You'll be responsible for managing several civil engineering projects simultaneously, supporting tender opportunities, coordinating pre-construction activities, leading project teams and ensuring exceptional commercial, operational and safety performance throughout the project lifecycle.
- Lead a strong health and safety culture across all projects.
- Support pre-construction planning and project mobilisation.
- Drive innovation and identify opportunities to improve programme, cost and project delivery.
- Ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
- Plan and manage labour, plant and subcontractor resources across multiple projects.
- Ensure project teams provide accurate monthly programme updates.
- Demonstrate strong working knowledge of NEC contract requirements, including Early Warnings, Programme clauses and Compensation Events.
Commercial Management
- Work closely with Quantity Surveyors to ensure accurate monthly CVRs and commercial reporting.
- Maintain strong commercial control across multiple projects.
- Oversee subcontractor performance and contractual obligations.
- Present project and commercial performance to senior leadership.
- Build strong, long-term relationships with clients, consultants and stakeholders.
- Represent the business professionally throughout project delivery.
Leadership & Quality
- Lead, mentor and develop site management teams.
- Promote quality assurance and continuous improvement across projects.
- Conduct performance reviews and support the development of future leaders.
Proven experience managing multiple civil engineering projects simultaneously. Experience delivering infrastructure schemes with annual project values exceeding £10 million. Experience managing design teams and multidisciplinary project delivery. Excellent commercial awareness, planning and programme management skills. Strong client-facing and stakeholder management experience. Degree, HNC, NVQ Level 5 (or equivalent) in Construction Management or Civil Engineering. SMSTS. CSCS Card. Leadership or management training.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a contractor with a strong reputation for delivering complex infrastructure projects and investing in its people. Long-term pipeline of major infrastructure projects. Genuine career progression and professional development.
If you're an experienced Contract Manager looking for your next challenge within a forward-thinking civil engineering contractor, we'd love to hear from you.
Contracts Manager, Senior Manager in Durham employer: AJ Group
Join a forward-thinking civil engineering contractor in Durham, where your expertise as a Contracts Manager will be valued and nurtured. With a strong pipeline of major infrastructure projects, the company fosters a collaborative work culture that prioritises safety, innovation, and professional development, offering genuine opportunities for career progression. Experience a supportive environment that not only focuses on delivering high-quality projects but also invests in the growth and well-being of its employees.
