Contracts Manager – Groundworks Exeter & Somerset Permanent We are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager with groundworks and civil engineering experience to join a long-standing regional Contractor to manage their sites across the Exeter area and Somerset. With an expansion phase in full swing and a large client base of repeat business this is a great time to join and develop your career The Role: You will be tasked with the overall management of designated sites, to ensure / maintain on site health and safety, ensuring compliance and standards are always met. Managing site teams, direct labour and subcontractors, Ensuring all plant and materials are fit for purpose, All PPE and on site HSE are in place. Ensure both short- and long-term programmes and planning is in place to deliver sites on time Work and liaise with internal and external Health and Safety consultants, advisors and auditors, ensuring all duties and responsibilities are followed. Regular liaison with the client on progress and attending meetings when required. Ensure timely delivery of sites, ensuring budgets are met / adhered to Regular liaison with both commercial and technical teams Source and recruit site teams, labour, ensuring on going training and HR matters are overseen and actioned Requirements: Experience at Contract Manager level within groundworks – both housing and commercial will be considered Good programming and planning ability Have a good level of health and safety management, RAMS and COSHH – hold a relevant SMSTS ticket Commercial / financial understanding Full Driving License as sites will be across Exeter / Somerset Salary is dependent on experience but is in the region of £70,000 company vehicle. To Apply: For an informal discussion please call Jo, Cat or Abbie on (phone number removed) or click apply and embark on this journey with us Sphere Solutions are a market leader in the Southwest & Wales construction recruitment sector. With offices in Truro. Plymouth, Taunton, Bristol, Cardiff, and Gloucester. We pride ourselves on building long-term relationships with local, regional and national contractors, developers and consultancies and offer a bespoke, discreet and professional service delivered by highly experienced consultants