Your new companyOur client is a leading organisation within the civils and infrastructure sector, renowned for delivering innovative solutions that support sustainable urban development. With a strong reputation for engineering excellence and a commitment to continuous improvement, they offer a collaborative environment where your ideas and expertise will make a real impact. This is a full-time permanent position based out of their Loughborough office with hybrid and flexible working (3 days' office, 2 days' remote). Your new roleAs a Contracts (QS) Manager, you'll be the commercial cornerstone of installation projects, ensuring financial accuracy, contractual compliance and risk mitigation. You'll manage cost control, subcontract agreements and provide technical input to support successful project delivery. Key responsibilities include: Reviewing and negotiating subcontracts to secure favourable termsManaging project cashflow, forecasting and financial risk exposurePreparing and submitting accurate payment applications and final accountsPerforming drawing take-offs, technical calculations and liaising with engineersDriving operational efficiency and promoting Lean principlesSupporting team development through training and mentoring. This role combines commercial acumen with technical expertise, making it ideal for professionals who thrive on precision and accountability. What you'll need to succeedIn order to be successful, you will bring: Proven experience managing contracts across multiple projectsStrong working knowledge of NEC and/or JCT forms of contractExperience in cost planning, tendering and post-contract cost controlSkill in contract negotiation, administration and dispute resolutionExcellent communication, organisational and analytical skillsFull UK driving licence. What you'll get in returnIn return, you will receive: Starting salary up to £60,000 per annumCompany car or car allowance25 days' annual leave plus bank holidaysFuel cardPerformance-based bonus schemeCompany pension scheme (matched up to 8%)Hybrid and flexible working (3 days' office, 2 days' remote) Family-friendly benefitsSupportive and collaborative work environmentOpportunity to progress your career with a growing business and more. What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.Please note - this contractor does not hold a licence for sponsored work visas. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk