Contracts Manager- Tunnelling

Contracts Manager - Tunnelling

Location: South Region

Salary: £85,000 - £110,000 negotiable, plus car or car allowance.

Job Overview

Oversee all aspects of contracts management, compliance, and programme delivery on large scale civil engineering and tunnelling projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead contract negotiations, tender preparation, project proposals and client negotiations, ensuring contracts meet technical and legal standards.
• Manage construction schedules and budgets, addressing unexpected costs and ensuring project milestones are met.
• Attend site meetings and liaise with clients, subcontractors and project teams to maintain clear communication and role clarity.
• Promote SHEQ policies, conduct site safety visits and oversee accident investigations to maintain a safe working environment.
• Develop and implement health & safety initiatives, manage psychosocial risks and foster a safety first culture across operational teams.
• Make operational and financial decisions independently with a focus on risk mitigation and client satisfaction.
• Serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, coordinating with technical, legal and operational teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum eight years of senior management experience in civil engineering contracting.
• Proven expertise in managing large scale civil projects, infrastructure and tunnelling contracts within the UK.
• Relevant UK qualifications such as NVQ Level 6, HNC/HND or equivalent in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• Strong knowledge of NEC, JCT or FIDIC contractual frameworks and legal documentation.
• Proficiency with project management and contract software such as Aconex, COINS or SAP.
• Demonstrable leadership and negotiation skills with a commitment to safety standards.
• Current UK driving licence for site visits and meetings.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary ranging from £85,000 to £110,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
• Car or car allowance.
• Salary sacrifice on medical, dental and technology purchases.
• Benefit platform, including 4 death in service.
• Discretionary company bonus.
• Pension: 5% company match with 4% employee contribution.
• 23 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays.
• Working hours aligned with project requirements; field based role across various UK sites.