Contracts Manager – Groundworks (Housing & Civils) Dorset & Hampshire From £65,000 Vehicle Employed or Self-Employed We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established, highly respected groundworks contractor with a strong presence across the South. Due to continued growth and a healthy project pipeline, they are looking to appoint a highly accomplished Contracts Manager to oversee housing and civils projects throughout Dorset and Hampshire. This role would suit an experienced professional who enjoys working within a large, structured business but is still motivated by progression, influence, and long-term career development. The Role: * Managing multiple groundworks contracts across residential housing and civil engineering projects * Full responsibility for project delivery, from pre-start through to completion * Leading site teams, subcontractors, and maintaining strong client relationships * Ensuring programmes, budgets, quality, and H&S standards are consistently met * Working closely with senior management within an established operational structure About You: * Highly accomplished Contracts Manager with extensive groundworks experience * Strong background in housing and civils projects * Commercially astute with excellent organisational and leadership skills * Confident managing multiple sites within a large-scale operation * Ambitious and keen to progress within a reputable, long-standing company What’s on Offer: * Salary from £65,000, depending on experience * Company vehicle * Employed or self-employed options available * Long-term, secure opportunity with a major industry player * Clear pathways for continued development and progression If you’re looking to join a respected company where your expertise will be recognised and your career can continue to develop, we’d be delighted to hear from you. Apply in confidence with your CV or contact us for an informal discussion. Please contact Kate on (phone number removed) or Leah on (phone number removed) for more information