Contracts Manager - Marine & Civil Engineering
📍 Hybrid Role - Dover / Kent Region (2 Days On Site)
💷 Up to £85,000 + Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits Package
A leading specialist contractor delivering complex structural refurbishment, concrete repair, marine, and civil engineering projects across the UK is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee a portfolio of marine and infrastructure projects within the Dover framework.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established business with a strong pipeline of technically challenging projects across the marine and civil engineering sectors.
The Role
Reporting to senior leadership, you will be responsible for the successful delivery of 4-5 concurrent projects, typically valued between £3m-£4m each.
This is a hybrid position, requiring approximately 2 days per week on site in Dover, with flexibility to work remotely and travel to project locations as required.
The role requires a strong operational leader with proven experience managing marine and heavy civil engineering schemes in live operational environments.
Key Responsibilities
Manage multiple marine and civil engineering projects from pre-construction through to completion
Oversee project teams, site management, subcontractors, and supply chain partners
Ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest quality standards
Maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders
Lead planning, coordination, and reporting activities across multiple live projects
Support commercial performance, forecasting, and contract administration
Drive compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards
Requirements
Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within marine and/or heavy civil engineering sectors
Experience managing multiple concurrent projects valued between £3m-£4m+
Strong background in marine works, infrastructure, highways, ports, or structural refurbishment
Good commercial and contractual awareness, ideally with NEC contract experience
Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
Relevant construction or engineering qualification (HNC/HND/Degree preferred)
What's on Offer
Salary up to £85,000
Car allowance
Comprehensive benefits package
Hybrid working arrangement
Long-term secured framework work
Opportunity to work on high-profile marine and infrastructure projects
Career progression within a respected specialist contractor
If you are an experienced Contracts Manager looking for your next challenge within the marine and civil engineering sector, we would like to hear from you.
Call Rob on (phone number removed)