Nicholas Associates are partnered with a groundworks and civil engineering contractor who are in a period of strategic growth. As a business, they deliver civil engineering, groundworks, infrastructure services to Tier 1 main contractors.

The company is looking for an experienced Contracts Manager from a groundworks background who will cover 3 - 5 projects at a time.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manage and deliver multiple residential groundwork projects, from pre-start to handover
• Coordinate with site managers, clients, and subcontractors to ensure efficient delivery
• Oversee budgets, schedules, and health & safety standards
• Lead site teams with a focus on quality, safety, and performance
• Solve problems on-site and maintain excellent client relationships
• Report progress to senior management and contribute to continuous improvement

What You''ll Bring:

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager
• Knowledge of all aspects of commercial groundworks, civil engineering and infrastructure
• Excellent project and people management skills
• Commercially astute with good contract and cost control knowledge
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• A proactive, can-do attitude and a team-first approach

Why Join?

• Be part of a growing company with exciting long-term plans, strong pipeline of work in 2027/28
• Enjoy a genuine team culture where your voice is heard and valued
• Work with a leadership team that invests in people and supports your development
• Work with a company that focuses on quality, safety, reputation

What''s on offer?

• Receive a highly competitive salary and benefits package
• Company vehicle or allowance
• Bonus scheme

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we''re happy to discuss flexible working options.

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