Contracts Manager - Infrastructure (Water Sector)

Posted 19 March 2025
Salary £70000 - £80000 per annum
LocationBrighton
Job type Permanent
Sectors Infrastructure
ReferenceBH-38244

Job description

Position: Contracts Manager
Work Type: Contract or perm
Location: Southern Region
Start date: April
Contract Duration: Ongoing

People Group are looking to recruit a Contracts Manager to help a Tier 1 contractor mobilise the AMP 8 Southern Water Framework

Responsibilities:
  • Ensure contracts comply with all legal and regulatory requirements related to water infrastructure projects, including environmental and health and safety regulations.
  • Create and manage detailed project schedules, ensuring that work progresses as planned.
  • Ensure contractors and suppliers meet quality standards and specifications through site inspections and audits.
  • Oversee contract management throughout its lifecycle, including document handling, change order management, and resolving disputes
  • Manage the recruitment, performance, training, and development of the site team. 
  • Collaborate with project and commercial managers to develop and manage budgets, monitor expenses, and ensure projects stay within budget.
  • Assess contractor and vendor performance.
  • Identify and implement process improvements.
  • Ensure compliance with Integrated Management System requirements, policies, and procedures.
  • Provide temporary works advice to design and operational teams.
Essentials:
  • Experience working as a Contracts Manager within the Water sector on Infra projects.
  • Proficient in CAD, MS Office, Word, Excel, and MS Project
  • Proven experience in leading construction programmes and project delivery.
  • Degree/HNC in Civil Engineering, or equivalent
  • CSCS manager’s card
  • SMSTS

“People Group is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to promoting an inclusive environment for both our clients and employees.”