Contracts Manager

Contracts Manager – Civil Engineering South West | Bristol Region £65,000–£70,000 + Car/Allowance + Bonus + Benefits An established civil engineering contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Contracts Manager to strengthen its regional delivery team across the South West. This is a senior operational position overseeing a portfolio of highways and civil engineering schemes, with responsibility for multiple project teams and the successful delivery of works from pre-construction through to completion. The role offers a good mix of operational leadership, client management and business development, working closely with project, commercial and pre-construction teams across a strong pipeline of regional work. The Role As Contracts Manager, you will: Oversee multiple civil engineering projects across the region Lead and support Project Managers and site delivery teams Take responsibility for programme, quality, safety and overall project performance Work closely with commercial, planning and pre-construction teams Maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders and supply chain partners Support tendering and future work-winning opportunities Monitor project performance and implement corrective measures where required Identify opportunities for continued growth across existing and future projects Drive best practice and continuous improvement across delivery teams About You We are looking for someone with: Proven senior management experience within civil engineering, highways or infrastructure Experience overseeing multiple projects and delivery teams Strong operational and commercial awareness Experience working within framework or repeat-client environments Good knowledge of NEC contracts Excellent leadership and client-facing skills SMSTS Full UK driving licence Applications are welcomed from established Contracts Managers, as well as experienced Senior Project Managers who can demonstrate they are ready to take the next step. Package £65,000–£70,000 DOE Company car or car allowance Performance-related bonus Excellent pension and wider benefits package Permanent position This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contractor with a strong pipeline of civil engineering work across the South West. For further information or a confidential discussion, please get in touch with Laura at RGB