Contracts Manager

Contracts Manager – Groundworks & Civils Location: North East England Job Type: Permanent We are working with an established groundworks and civil engineering contractor who are looking to appoint an experienced Contracts Manager to join their growing team. This is a key role responsible for overseeing multiple groundworks and civil engineering projects, ensuring they are delivered safely, on programme, to a high standard and in line with commercial requirements. The Role As Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for: * Managing multiple groundworks and civil engineering projects from pre-start through to completion. * Overseeing Site Managers, Supervisors, subcontractors and site teams. * Ensuring projects are delivered to programme, budget and required quality standards. * Managing client relationships and attending regular progress meetings. * Reviewing programmes, RAMS, construction plans and project documentation. * Coordinating labour, plant, materials and subcontractors. * Monitoring project performance and identifying potential delays or issues. * Supporting commercial management, valuations, variations and cost control. * Ensuring compliance with health & safety and environmental requirements. * Working closely with the commercial and operational teams to ensure successful project delivery. * Providing leadership and support to site teams across multiple projects. About You We are looking for someone with a strong background in groundworks, civil engineering or construction, ideally with previous experience managing multiple projects. You should have: * Proven experience as a Contracts Manager, Senior Site Manager, Project Manager or similar. * Experience within groundworks/civils. * Strong understanding of construction programmes and project delivery. * Experience managing subcontractors, labour and plant. * Good client-facing and communication skills. * Strong commercial awareness. * Good understanding of construction health & safety requirements. * Relevant construction management qualifications such as SMSTS/NVQ Level 6 would be advantageous. * Full UK driving licence