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Contract Manager

salary
GBP
£
£
70000
-
80000
per
annum
+
industry
Civil Engineering
role type
Permanent
location
Wigan, Greater Manchester
(
England
)
job posted
December 17, 2025
reference
CM26
The Role

Our client, a well-established civil engineering contractor operating across the North West, is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee the successful delivery of multiple civil engineering and groundworks projects. The projects will be mainly be based in the North West but the company does operate nationwide so will involve travel at times.

This is a key senior position responsible for managing contracts from pre-start through to completion, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

* Manage multiple civil engineering and groundworks contracts across the region
* Oversee site teams, subcontractors and supply chain performance
* Administer contracts (JCT / NEC where applicable), including variations and final accounts
* Programme planning, progress monitoring and cost control
* Ensure full compliance with health andamp; safety, quality and environmental standards
* Review RAMS, issue permits and ensure safe systems of work
* Client, consultant and stakeholder liaison
* Drive value engineering and cost efficiencies
* Support commercial teams with valuations and reporting
* Resolve technical, commercial and programme challenges

Requirements

* Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within civil engineering / groundworks
* Strong knowledge of JCT and/or NEC contracts
* Experience managing multiple projects and site teams
* Solid understanding of cost control, variations and subcontract management
* Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills
* SMSTS and CSCS (Gold or Black) preferred
* Full UK driving licence

What's on Offer

* Competitive salary dependent on experience
* Company vehicle or car allowance
* Pension and benefits package
* Long-term, stable workload with a respected regional contractor
* Opportunity to play a key role in the growth of the business

What you need to do now:

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or reach out to Adam at adam.whiteley@bcuk.co.uk or 07897 069127.

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career

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