Contracts Manager required for civil engineering projects, water focused Your new company Hays are recruiting on behalf of an N.I. based Civil & Construction Engineering Contractor who requires an experienced Contracts Manager on a permanent basis to work within their Civil Engineering Division / Water projects due to continuing success and growth within their Civil Engineering team.As Contracts Manager, you will be overseeing an award-winning team as part of a multi-faceted construction and civil engineering company with fifty years of industry experience. Located in County Tyrone, and operating throughout Ireland and the UK, you can expect your new company to operate with a professional, people-first attitude which strives to actively improve both the people working as part of their team, and the communities your new company operates in. Your new role: You will be working alongside other members of the Civil Engineering team on a new framework project for Severn Trent Water, becoming a part of the delivery of amenities to over 4.5 million people across the UK. As a Contract Manager, you will be expected to oversee projects from inception to completion. Using a mix of people management and communication skills, you will utilise your experience and industry knowledge to ensure the projects you’re a part of are completed on time, on budget and to the highest standard. You will connect with all levels of staff, from site workers to directors, with a professional and even-handed approach. You will be able to see problems as they arise and propose solutions alongside other industry professionals to meet deadlines and budget. You will be expected to meet with, negotiate with and manage the disputes of contractors, subcontractors and suppliers to create and maintain an efficient, professional and timely work environment. What you’ll need to succeed: To be successful, you will need to be willing to travel daily to the head office in Co. Tyrone, and travel weekly (1 overnight, 2 days on site) to sites located throughout the UK mainland. You will also need a full UK drivers’ licence, a HNQ level 6 or above NVQ in Construction Contracting Operations Management or equivalent, and good interpersonal/ management skills. What you’ll get in return:In return for your hard work, you’ll receive a competitive salary, private medical and life insurance, training and professional membership, additional holidays, and an option to work in an office with some site visits throughout the week. 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 to Chris McNamara, or call Chris now on 02890446900. You can also email me directly to receive a call back. 4498727