Contracts Manager in South West
Contracts Manager – Highways & Civil Engineering
Bristol
£65,000 & £70,000 & Exceptional benefits package
Sphere Solutions are working with a leading Highways & Civil Engineering contractor to recruit an experienced Contracts Manager to join their South West Civils team.
This is a key leadership role overseeing the successful delivery and growth of highways and civil engineering projects from Exeter to Gloucester, with projects typically valued between £1 million and £15 million.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage up to three projects simultaneously
* Ensuring programme, quality, safety and commercial targets are achieved
* Provide leadership and support to Project Managers and site teams
* Support the business in securing new work through frameworks and competitive tenders
* Work with Pre-Construction and Planning teams
* Build strong relationships with clients, local authorities, stakeholders, subcontractors and supply chain partners.
* Monitor project performance and implement corrective actions where required.
About You
* Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar Contracts Manager-level role.
* Proven background in highways, civil engineering or infrastructure.
* Experience managing multiple projects and operational delivery teams.
* Experience working with framework agreements and competitive tenders.
* Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.
* SMSTS qualified
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the South West from Exeter to Gloucester
* Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline is desirable.
* Knowledge of NEC contracts and collaborative delivery models is
Package
* Salary £65,000-£70,000 depending on experience
* Company car or Car allowance
* Exceptional bonus scheme
* Other company benefits
To Apply: For a confidential discussion, contact Jo or Abbie on (phone number removed)
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