Contracts Manager (Civils/Utilities/Highways) Salary: £68,000 - £73,000 DOE plus Car Allowance & Benefits The Casey Group Greater Manchester Full-time, Permanent We are currently recruiting for a Contracts Manager, based within our Land Reclamation division (Civils, Highways, Utilities, Infrastructure etc.) to assume overall responsibility for multiple construction projects with a value of circa £5m. Who are we looking for? The ideal candidate will hold an NVQ Level 7 in Civil Engineering qualification, have strong people management and communication skills, with the ability to lead, support, and motivate a team effectively. They will possess a solid technical and construction background, combined with commercial and contractual awareness, ensuring projects are managed efficiently and to a high standard. Well-organised and proactive in forward planning, they can anticipate potential issues and develop practical solutions. They will demonstrate strong analytical skills and a common-sense approach to operational challenges, maintaining a professional image while focusing on quality and customer service. Proficiency in IT systems, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and basic programming, is essential. A true team player, the candidate will balance leadership with collaboration, ensuring successful project delivery. Previous experience within civils, highways and/or utilities would be highly advantageous. The role of a Contracts Manager at The Casey Group Management & Delivery Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and quality standards. Support business plans, produce reports, and conduct regular site visits. Oversee resource use, client relations, and team performance. Manage the full construction process from pre-construction to completion. Health & Safety Develop and enforce Health & Safety plans, ensuring compliance and best practices. Conduct audits, analyse trends, and support continuous improvement. Planning & Pre-Contract Convert tender programmes into construction schedules and monitor progress. Oversee consultant and supply chain appointments, supporting bid processes. Staffing Build, develop, and retain a skilled team, addressing performance and recruitment needs. Commercial Awareness Control financial aspects, monitor costs, and drive value engineering and efficiency. Who are The Casey Group? Casey is a multi-disciplinary group which has built a strong track record as a reputable employer and true community contractor with a high emphasis on client relationships and corporate social responsibility. Our portfolio includes refurbishment of registered provider housing and public buildings, new build housing, public realm, HLF park restorations, hard and soft landscaping, highways and civil engineering as well as the provision and servicing of plant and equipment. Our company purpose is Improving Lives. We create better social environments and a better standard of living for thousands through building and construction, commercial development, environmental and plant services for public and private sector clients. The Casey policy has always been to support the growth and prosperity of our communities. We believe we have the responsibility to give back and make a positive difference to the communities in which we live and work, recognising that when communities thrive, individuals and businesses do too. At Casey, we have 6 key values: Do the right thing; Embrace ownership; Pursue growth; Adopt an infinite mindset; Be collaborative; Help and support. We honour these values in everything we do, from how we treat our employees, to the projects we bid for. What do you receive in return? Financial Salary between £68,000 - £73,000 depending on experience Car Allowance of £5,500 per annum Pension Scheme - We contribute 2.5% more than the employee's pension contribution, up to a maximum of 7.5% (e.g. employee puts 5% in, Casey puts 7.5% in) Life Assurance/Death-in-Service benefit Equivalent to 3x your salary Access to our Casey Benefits portal discounts on shopping, days out, gym memberships etc. Health & Wellbeing 26 days holiday plus bank holidays (2-week shutdown at Christmas) Option to buy & sell holidays Hybrid working Flexible working Bi-annual company wellbeing day Bupa Private Healthcare Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 access for employees and their families Free eyes test and discounted eye wear Personal & Professional Development Access to our online training platform A few other bits Tusker Car Scheme Lease a fully-expensed car through this salary sacrifice scheme Christmas Turkey All employees receive a turkey from the company at Christmas Recruitment Agencies The Casey Group manages all recruitment in-house and does not accept speculative CVs from agencies. Any CVs sent to us without prior agreement will be considered a gift, and we will not be liable for any fees should we choose to engage with the candidate directly.