The Company: The organisation is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee the commercial, contractual, and operational delivery of multiple construction and civil engineering projects. The role ensures that all works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with contractual obligations, industry standards, and client expectations. This position requires strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage several projects simultaneously from pre-construction through to completion. Key Responsibilities: * Contract management - Oversee the full lifecycle of construction contracts, ensuring compliance with terms, specifications, and legal requirements. * Project delivery - Manage multiple live projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. * Client liaison - Act as a primary point of contact for clients, consultants, and stakeholders, maintaining strong working relationships. * Risk management - Identify commercial, operational, and contractual risks and implement effective mitigation strategies. * Financial oversight - Work closely with Quantity Surveyors to monitor budgets, valuations, variations, and cost control. * Team leadership - Support Site Managers, Engineers, and Supervisors to ensure coordinated project execution. * Health, Safety & Environmental compliance - Ensure all works meet statutory and company HSE requirements. * Reporting - Produce progress reports, programme updates, and contractual documentation. * Subcontractor management - Oversee procurement, performance, and compliance of subcontractors and suppliers. Skills & Experience: * Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within construction, civil engineering, or groundworks. * Strong understanding of UK construction contracts, including NEC and/or JCT. * Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills * Strong commercial awareness and experience managing budgets and variations. * Ability to lead and coordinate multiple project teams. * Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities. * Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites. What the Organisation Offers: * Opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of construction and civil engineering projects. * Supportive leadership team and collaborative working environment. * Clear career progression pathways. * Competitive salary and benefits package. What you need to do now: If you're interested in this role, 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. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and 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