Job Details

Nicholas Associates are partnered with a residential groundworks contractor who are in a period of strategic growth. As a business, they deliver civil engineering, groundworks, infrastructure services to new build projects with top 10 house builders, including, Bellway Homes, Vistry Group, Barratt Homes, David Wilson Homes.

The company is looking for an experienced Contracts Manager from a residential groundworks background who will cover 4 - 6 projects at a time. As a Senior Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the company's largest and most high-value projects (Extensive experience managing large-scale projects is essential for this role)

Duties & Responsibilities:

· Manage and deliver multiple residential groundwork projects, from pre-start to handover

· Coordinate with site managers, clients, and subcontractors to ensure efficient delivery

· Oversee budgets, schedules, and health & safety standards

· Lead site teams with a focus on quality, safety, and performance

· Solve problems on-site and maintain excellent client relationships

· Report progress to senior management and contribute to continuous improvement

What You'll Bring:

· Proven experience as a Contracts Manager

· Knowledge of all aspects of residential groundworks including foundations, roads, drainage and infrastructure

· Excellent project and people management skills

· Commercially astute with good contract and cost control knowledge

· Strong leadership and communication skills

· A proactive, can-do attitude and a team-first approach

Why Join?

· Be part of a growing company with exciting long-term plans, strong pipeline of work in 2026

· Enjoy a genuine team culture where your voice is heard and valued

· Work with a leadership team that invests in people and supports your development

· Work with a company that focuses on quality, safety, reputation

What's on offer?

· Receive a highly competitive salary and benefits package

· Company vehicle or allowance

· Bonus scheme

If you're passionate about making a tangible impact in the construction industry , please contact John Ashcroft on 07867450022 for more information

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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