Contracts Manager - Civil Engineering in Wakefield

Job Description

Contracts Manager

We are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to take a senior role within a contracting division responsible for nationwide operations. The successful candidate will have a strong background in civil engineering groundworks and a proven track record of managing site operatives and subcontractors.

This is a permanent, salaried position offering long-term career development within an established and growing organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Overall management of nationwide contracting operations
• Leadership and coordination of site operatives and subcontractors
• Responsibility for quality control, health & safety, and training
• Contributing as a senior member of the management team
• Ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to specification

Candidate Requirements:

• Significant experience in civil engineering and groundworks
• Proven site and workforce management experience
• Strong knowledge of health & safety regulations
• Organised, proactive, and capable of working at a senior management level

Terms of Employment:

• Position: Contracts Manager
• Employment Type: Permanent (subject to 3-month probationary period)
• Salary: Negotiable, paid monthly
• Bonus: 3k-4k Dependant on performance
• Company Vehicle: Skoda Enyaq 85 Sportline EV
• Holiday Entitlement: 23 days annual leave (including 3 days during Christmas/New Year shutdown) plus statutory public holidays
• Sickness Pay: 2 weeks full pay, followed by 2 weeks half pay per annum
• Pension: 5% employer contribution with 5% employee contribution
• Healthcare: Private healthcare cover for employee (subject to health check)