We’re supporting a well‑established civil engineering contractor in the North East who is looking to appoint an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee multiple civils projects across the region. This role is ideal for a senior operational leader who can manage project teams, drive commercial performance, and ensure safe, high‑quality delivery across a varied civils portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
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Operational Oversight: Manage several live projects, ensuring delivery aligns with programme, budget, and quality expectations.
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Team Leadership: Support Project Managers, Site Managers, and Engineers, providing guidance and resolving operational challenges.
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Commercial Management: Work closely with commercial teams on forecasting, variations, cost control, and monthly reporting.
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Client & Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a senior point of contact for clients, local authorities, and external partners.
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Programme & Planning: Review project programmes, identify risks, and implement corrective actions across multiple sites.
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Compliance & Safety: Ensure all works meet CDM, H&S, environmental and quality standards.
What You’ll Bring
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Strong background in civil engineering with experience as a Contracts Manager, Senior Project Manager, or similar senior operational role.
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Proven ability to manage multiple projects across groundworks, drainage, utilities, structures, public realm, or infrastructure.
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Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
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Commercially aware with experience supporting cost control and project forecasting.
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SMSTS, CSCS, First Aid; additional civils or management qualifications advantageous.
Benefits
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Competitive salary and package
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Strong regional reputation and secure project pipeline
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Opportunity to lead multiple high‑profile North East civils schemes
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Supportive operational and commercial teams with clear progression routes
How to Apply
If you’re an experienced Contracts Manager looking for your next challenge within the North East civils sector, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or contact us for a confidential conversation