Job Description
Our integrated design and build client in the Water sector is seeking a Contracts Manager based out of Reading working on Thames Water projects on a permanent basis with hybrid working.\n\nOur client operates across water, energy and environment sectors throughout the UK. With an annual turnover surpassing £500 million, they are a leader within the industry.\n\nAs a Contracts Manager you will be responsible for a portfolio of schemes that enhance our environment and communities - from improving flood defences, to upgrading water treatment works and providing nature-based solutions that improve biodiversity.\n\nYou will be a great communicator, motivators & leader, with a wealth of technical knowledge, and have full ownership of the whole process from inception to handover. Our client has a full order book of work for AMP8 on Thames Water and across the Thames Valley region through to 2030, covering infra and non infra projects.\n\nYou will need to be based in the Thames Valley region ideally - hybrid working will be available but candidates must be commutable to Reading.\n\n Responsibilities \n\nInstilling the company culture and driving consistency across a number of schemes for the organisation\nLeading a team of site managers to ensure successful execution of the programme\nImproving awareness, compliance and performance with company standards & processes \nFacilitating the growth and development of the team \nOverall responsibility for commercial and programme delivery whilst ensuring client satisfaction \n\nSkills/experience/qualifications\n\nCSCS, SSSTS/ SMSTS \nHNC / Degree in Civil Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience \nUnderstand civil engineering principles and practices\nKnowledge of NEC3 or 4\nExcellent organisation and problem-solving skills \nAbility to communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders\nA valid driving licence and willingness to travel to sites across your operational region \n\nBenefits \n\nSalary circa £80-90k depending on experience\nCar allowance\nPrivate medical\n26 days hols plus bank hols - holiday buy/sell options\nPlus more