Are you a civil engineering Senior Contracts Manager seeking to join a contractor at an exceptionally busy time with a substantial project order book and growth across a range of sectors?
Here you’ll be trusted to run your own projects, backed by a collaborative, people‑focused culture that puts safety, quality and career development at the heart of everything.
You’ll be part of a tight‑knit senior team, not a small cog in a big machine. Expect direct access to decision‑makers, quick responses to new opportunities and clear progression as the business continues to grow across the South.
Why this Senior Contract Manager role stands out
* High growth contractor with a strong pipeline of marine civil engineering projects throughout the South Coast.
* Genuine autonomy to lead contracts, influence strategy and drive improvements.
* Supportive, down‑to‑earth culture with proactive employee engagement and visible senior leadership.
* Strong safety and quality ethos with modern systems and a focus on “right first time”.
* Opportunities to shape best practice, share innovation and contribute to continuous improvement across the business.
The Opportunity
* As Senior Contract Manager you will lead on Civil Engineering Marine projects throughout the South Coast ranging in value between £3-4M, £8M to £20M.
* Project types include harbour and coastal defence works, marine piling and MOD port projects
Key Responsibilities
* Lead project teams to ensure successful contract delivery, strengthening customer relationships and achieving business targets.
* Work with bid teams at tender stage, preparing submissions and helping to secure new contracts.
* Attend tender handover meetings to fully understand scope, methodology, client priorities, risks and opportunities.
* Organise and attend client meetings throughout the project lifecycle to ensure expectations are met or exceeded.
* Champion the company brand and values in all client and stakeholder interactions.
* Embed a “right first time” culture, driving high standards of safety, quality and site presentation.
* Monitor quality and snagging systems during construction and post‑completion, acting as main contact for any post‑completion issues.
* Lead by example on health and safety, fostering a strong safety culture on all projects.
* Ensure working conditions comply with company and statutory regulations, including regular audits and IMS compliance.
Essential
* Proven track record leading successful civil engineering site teams.
* Strong experience managing health & safety compliance on projects.
* Civil Engineering and Marine project experience.
Desirable
* Programming and planning experience.
* Experience of managing a direct delivery workforce.
Basic salary up to £95,000 p/a plus package.
If you would like more information, or to apply for this vacancy, please contact Joseph Knowles on (phone number removed). The reference for this vacancy is (phone number removed)
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