Contracts Manager - Water

Your new company

You will be joining an established main contractor based in Leicestershire operating in the water industry. This multi-accredited contractor has a proven successful track record in delivering both clean water and wastewater projects for Severn Trent, and due to continued success, they are looking to onboard a Contracts Manager to join their team. This is a full-time permanent position based out of their Leicestershire office with the option for hybrid working.

Your new role

As Contracts Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring contracts comply with regulatory and legal requirements governing water infrastructure projects
• Overseeing the administration of contracts throughout their lifecycles
• Managing site teams on assigned projects, including subcontractors and direct labour
• Ensuring detailed programmes are drawn up and adhered to on assigned projects
• Developing and managing budgets for contracts.

What you'll need to succeed

In order to be successful, you must have:

• Previous experience in the water industry (clean water and/or wastewater), ideally on infrastructure projects
• Understanding and commercial application of NEC3 form of contracts
• Strong organisational and leadership skills
• Full UK driving licence.

What you'll get in return

In return, you will receive:

• Starting salary up to £70,000 per annum (negotiable depending on experience)
• Company car or car allowance
• Minimum 28 days' annual leave (option to buy more) plus bank holidays
• Hybrid and flexible working
• Bonus
• Company pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Continuous training and development
• Professional membership subscription
• Exposure to high-profile and rewarding projects
• Opportunity to grow and progress your career with an industry-leading contractor.

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 email a copy to quoting the job reference number .