Overview
Join us at Octavius, where we're shaping the future of transport infrastructure. We deliver safe, sustainable, and efficient solutions that keep the UK moving – and we want you to be part of it.
What You'll Do
As our Contracts Manager (RCE), you'll take the lead on a portfolio of Regional Civil Engineering projects across the South East region – ensuring they're delivered safely, sustainably, profitably, and on programme. You'll guide multidisciplinary teams through every stage of the project lifecycle, from planning through to final handover, building strong client relationships along the way and driving continuous improvement.
This is a role where your leadership will make a tangible impact – on our teams, our customers, and the communities we serve.
Who You'll Work With
You'll be collaborating with project managers, engineers, commercial specialists – all working together to deliver projects across frameworks for major clients like National Highways and other key infrastructure partners.
What's In It For You
* A Company Car scheme so you can get where you need to be
* Private Healthcare, Pension, and Life Assurance cover
* 25 days Annual Leave plus your birthday off (because celebrations matter!)
* Hybrid working where possible
* Enhanced Paternity & Maternity packages
* Ongoing training and development so you can grow your career
About You
You're a natural leader with a calm, confident presence. You know how to motivate teams, influence stakeholders, and keep complex projects moving forward. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, are commercially savvy, and have a sharp eye for safety, quality, and programme performance.
You\'ll Bring
* Experience delivering highways or civil engineering projects or portfolios up to £10m annually
* Strong commercial skills, including cost control, forecasting, and final account settlement
* In-depth knowledge of NEC3/4 contracts and compliance requirements
* Familiarity with CDM 2015 and highways industry standards
* Experience leading multidisciplinary teams from tender to completion
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management tools
Essential Qualifications
* Relevant industry qualification (Degree, HNC/HND, NVQ, or equivalent)
* CSCS (Level 7) Construction Manager Card
* SMSTS 5-day Safety Qualification
Desirable
* Chartered membership of a relevant professional body
* National Highways Passport
* Temporary Works Coordinator qualification
Inclusion and diversity are important to us, we are an equal opportunities employer and value difference. We want and will continue to build an inclusive environment where our people thrive. We firmly believe constantly striving to build a truly diverse workforce is what makes us a strong business and will enable us to continue to solve important problems and deliver unrivalled value to both our customers and clients. If you need any specialist support throughout your application, we will work with you where we can to support your journey with us.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Management and Manufacturing
Industries
* Civil Engineering
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