Contracts Manager – Heavy Civils / Tunnelling

Contracts Manager – Heavy Civils / Tunnelling
Location: Doncaster / UK WideEmployment: PermanentSalary: Up to £100,000 DOEPackage: Company Car / Car Allowance | 25 Days Holiday | Annual Company BonusSector: Heavy Civils / Tunnelling / Infrastructure
J3A Recruitment are working in partnership with a major specialist civil engineering contractor to recruit an experienced Contracts Manager as part of their continued growth across the UK.
Ideally based within a commutable distance of Doncaster, the position will involve overseeing multiple projects nationally, supporting Project Managers and site teams while ensuring contracts are delivered safely, commercially and in line with programme.
The business operates across technically challenging civil engineering environments, with significant expertise across tunnelling, shaft construction, underground infrastructure and heavy civils.
We’re looking for somebody who understands what good project delivery looks like and is comfortable operating between senior management, clients and delivery teams.
The Role
As Contracts Manager, you will take responsibility for a portfolio of projects and contracts across the UK, including:

Overseeing multiple heavy civil engineering projects simultaneously
Supporting and managing Project Managers and site delivery teams
Providing leadership from pre-construction and mobilisation through delivery and handover
Reviewing programmes, resources and project performance
Ensuring labour, plant, materials and subcontract resources are effectively managed
Monitoring project progress, productivity, cost, quality and HSEQ performance
Working alongside commercial teams to protect project performance and contractual position
Identifying project risks and implementing appropriate mitigation
Managing senior client relationships and attending contract/project reviews
Supporting teams with technical and operational challenges
Ensuring effective project reporting and forecasting
Driving consistency and high standards across all projects
Supporting the development of Project Managers and wider delivery teams

About You
We’re looking for an established Contracts Manager or experienced Project Manager ready to progress into a wider contracts position.
A strong background within heavy civil engineering is essential, with experience across tunnelling, shaft sinking, deep excavations, underground infrastructure, water, utilities or major infrastructure projects particularly relevant.
You will ideally bring:

Significant heavy civils project delivery experience
Experience overseeing multiple projects or contracts
Strong leadership of Project Managers and site teams
Tunnelling and shaft construction experience highly advantageous
Strong understanding of temporary works and complex construction environments
Good contractual and commercial awareness
Strong programme, resource and risk management ability
Experience managing senior client relationships
Excellent HSEQ awareness
A practical, solutions-focused approach to project delivery
Flexibility to travel to projects throughout the UK

The Package
For the right individual, the business is offering:

Salary up to £100,000, dependent on experience
Company car or car allowance
Annual company bonus
25 days annual leave
Long-term permanent opportunity with a specialist and growing civil engineering contractor
Opportunity to oversee significant infrastructure projects throughout the UK

This is a senior appointment offering the opportunity to play an important role in the continued growth and delivery capability of an established specialist contractor.
For further information, contact J3A Recruitment for a confidential discussion.