Job Description About The Role\n \nRight across infrastructure, there's a requirement to not only maintain, but also renew and reimagine. Whatever stage you're at in your career, with us you'll have an opportunity to grow and develop. Delivering essential infrastructure services for life, while being safety first, and client and customer centric in a friendly, fun and respectful environment where you are encouraged to thrive.\n Where will you be working? \n M Group Highways \n \nAt M Group Transport, we're supporting the safe transportation and movement of people across the UK.\n \nWe don't just build roads and bridges- we're building a better future, creating lasting social value that gives back to the communities in which we work.\n \nYou'll be joining our Projects Team, we are seeking a Contract Manager to lead contract management and project delivery within our Civils Projects division in the East. Reporting to the Regional Director, this role is responsible for the safe, efficient, and profitable execution of multiple civil engineering projects, managing resources and fostering a culture of excellence.\n \nWant to come and be a part of it?\n What will you be doing? \n \nYou'll lead and manage multiple civil engineering projects, accountable for up to £30m turnover per annum across several clients.\n \nOverseeing contract budgets, ensuring commercial success through effective forecasting, cost monitoring, and adherence to financial procedures. Demonstrate strong understanding of NEC3 and NEC4 contracts, ensuring all obligations are met and managing contract requirements, including programmes and change control.\n \nWe'll ask you to deliver monthly operational and financial reports, promoting transparency and stakeholder engagement.\n \nProviding inclusive leadership, guidance, and mentorship to staff across multiple sites.\n \nYou'll conduct fair and regular performance reviews, address employee matters empathetically, and ensure all team members have the resources and support needed to succeed.\n \nYou'll manage the tender process for assigned projects, supporting the development of inclusive tender strategies.\n \nEnsuring bids are prepared with adequate resources and consideration for health, safety, and environmental issues.\n \nIts vital you lead on safety, quality, and environmental matters, promoting a culture of respect, safety, and inclusion.\n \nImplement company systems to ensure a competent and diverse workforce, including subcontractors, delivers work safely and economically.\n \nDrive performance management and continuous improvement against key business targets: operational, financial, people, health/safety, quality, environmental, and client satisfaction.\n \nCollaborate with project teams and the wider business, valuing diverse perspectives.\n \nBuild and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring open and inclusive communication. Engaging with stakeholders and communities, fostering positive relationships and inclusive project delivery.\n \nYou'll support regional and national business development activities, identifying and pursuing opportunities that promote diversity and inclusion.\n \nDevelop and embed sector strategies aligned with the business plan.\n \nManage the supply chain strategically, promoting fair opportunities and inclusive practices.\n What you'll bring \n \n HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering or related subject. \n Demonstrable experience in civil engineering, ideally across both strategic (e.g., Highways England) and local (e.g., Local Authorities) highway networks. \n Commitment to high standards of health, safety, and environmental protection. \n Proven ability to manage contracts from tender through to completion. \n Thorough understanding of CDM roles and SHEQ duties. \n Recognised site safety management qualification (e.g., SMSTS or IOSH Managing Safely in Construction). \n Experience managing delivery teams across a range of contract sizes. \n Strong written and oral communication skills. \n Excellent client engagement abilities. \n What's in it for you? \n We offer a range of benefits designed to support your life in and out of work, some of which include; \n \n Matched or contributory pension scheme \n Online GP service, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year \n Employee assistance programme \n My Rewards portal, access to 1000's of retail discounts \n Life assurance \n Cycle to work, salary finance and give as you earn schemes \n Enhanced maternity, paternity leave and adoption leave \n Reward and recognition scheme \n In addition, this role offers; \n \n Company car and fuel card with a range of EV and hybrid vehicles to choose from \n My Car Choice our salary sacrifice EV/ Hybrid car scheme \n Private health care and health care cash plan for you and your family \n 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays \n Recommend a friend – get rewarded for introducing people to us! \n
Hiring: Contract Manager in Suffolk employer: M Group
As an Engineer Project with us, you'll join a company that prioritises your growth and development at every career stage. Our supportive work culture fosters strong client relationships while providing you with a fully equipped service van and access to extensive training opportunities, ensuring you can excel in delivering essential infrastructure across the UK. With a commitment to employee well-being, we offer a range of benefits including a matched pension scheme, generous leave, and a focus on inclusion, making us an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding work.
