Contracts Manager

Contracts Manager – Civil Engineering (Energy Division) – Southampton

We’re currently recruiting for an experienced Contracts Manager to join a growing Energy Division, supporting a strong pipeline of critical infrastructure projects across the UK.

This is a senior delivery-focused role overseeing a portfolio of major civil engineering schemes, predominantly within substation and/or compressor station environments.

The position will be based out of the Southampton Head Office, with weekly site visits. A typical week will consist of 2 days in the office, 2 days on site and 1 day working from home.

The Role

Reporting to the Framework Manager, responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

* Overseeing up to 3 projects at any one time

* Working closely with the Head of SHEQ to ensure the highest safety standards, environmental compliance and quality performance

* Managing and supporting Project Managers, providing guidance to ensure delivery excellence

* Providing strong commercial and programme support across all projects

* Working with the Bid team and leading tender activity for projects within the Energy Division

* Driving innovation and ensuring compliance across all contracts

* Collaborating closely with commercial, design, planning and site delivery teams

* Acting as key client interface, attending regular meetings and reporting on design and project completion timelines

* Producing effective monthly reporting to the Framework Manager

Requirements

To be considered, you will need:

* BEng / HND in Civil Engineering (essential)

* Minimum 2 years’ experience in a Contracts Manager role (essential)

* Working knowledge of the NEC suite of contracts

* Proven track record delivering large-scale civil engineering projects

* CSCS card

* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites nationwide

* Substation project experience (advantageous but not essential)

Desirable Skills / Qualifications

* Chartered membership of a relevant professional institution (desirable)

* Strong written and verbal communication skills (essential)