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Nicholas Associates are partnered with a residential groundworks contractor who are in a period of strategic growth. As a business, they deliver civil engineering, groundworks, infrastructure services to new build projects with top 10 house builders, including, Bellway Homes, Vistry Group, Barratt Homes, David Wilson Homes.
The company is looking for an experienced Contracts Manager from a residential groundworks background who will cover 4 - 6 projects at a time. As a Senior Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the company's largest and most high-value projects (Extensive experience managing large-scale projects is essential for this role)
Duties & Responsibilities:
Manage and deliver multiple residential groundwork projects, from pre-start to handover
Coordinate with site managers, clients, and subcontractors to ensure efficient delivery
Oversee budgets, schedules, and health & safety standards
Lead site teams with a focus on quality, safety, and performance
Solve problems on-site and maintain excellent client relationships
Report progress to senior management and contribute to continuous improvement
What You'll Bring:
Proven experience as a Contracts Manager
Knowledge of all aspects of residential groundworks including foundations, roads, drainage and infrastructure
Excellent project and people management skills
Commercially astute with good contract and cost control knowledge
Strong leadership and communication skills
A proactive, can-do attitude and a team-first approach
Why Join?
Be part of a growing company with exciting long-term plans, strong pipeline of work in 2026
Enjoy a genuine team culture where your voice is heard and valued
Work with a leadership team that invests in people and supports your development
Work with a company that focuses on quality, safety, reputation
What's on offer?
Receive a highly competitive salary and benefits package
Company vehicle or allowance
Bonus scheme
If you're passionate about making a tangible impact in the construction industry , please contact John Ashcroft on (phone number removed) for more information
About Us
We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.
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