Role overview:

My client is a Leading Civils and Groundworks Contractor that focus primarily on projects in the South and Southwest of England.

As the business continues to grow, they are looking for an experienced and hands-on Contract Manager to join their operational team and support the delivery of projects across the region.

The company are located in the Ferndown area and focus on projects in the counties of Somerset and Wiltshire primarily.

As a Contract Manager, you''ll be responsible for overseeing multiple live sites, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to a high standard. You''ll work closely with site teams, clients, and internal departments to keep projects running smoothly, while maintaining strong relationships and driving consistent performance across your sites.

The company specialise in the following elements:

• Foundations
• Oversites
• Retaining Walls
• Approved Contractor for Sewer Connections
• Bulk Excavations
• Drainage
• Section 278 Works
• Substructure brick and blockwork
• External Works / Hard Landscaping
• Infrastructure for new roads
• And much more

Responsibilities:

• Oversee multiple groundwork and infrastructure projects across residential sites
• Ensure projects are delivered in line with programme, budget, and quality expectations
• Promote and maintain a strong culture of Safety, Quality, Cost, and Time
• Support and manage site teams to deliver work safely and efficiently
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and subcontractors
• Work closely with commercial teams to monitor costs, CVRs, and financial performance
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and company standards * Identify and manage operational risks across projects
• Contribute to pre-start meetings, planning, resource allocation, and reporting
• Support the development of site teams, including apprentices and emerging talent

Requirements:

• Experience in a Contract Manager or similar role within groundworks or civil engineering
• A practical, hands-on approach with the ability to lead and support teams
• Good commercial awareness and understanding of contract delivery
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• SMSTS and CSCS (Black Card preferred)
• Full UK driving licence

Benefits:

• A secure, well-established company with a strong pipeline of work
• A supportive and approachable leadership team
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Company car / Car Allowance
• Pension
• Opportunities for progression and development within the business