Position: Contracts Director - Tunnelling

Location: Nationwide

Salary: £85,000 - £120,000 negotiable

Employment Type: Permanent

Contracts Director is required in the UK, for our client within the civil engineering sector. The role involves overseeing all aspects of contracts management, compliance, and programme delivery on large-scale Civil engineering and Tunnelling projects. You will lead contract negotiations, ensure safety standards, and coordinate with technical, legal, and operational teams to deliver projects within budget and schedule, acting as a key member of the executive leadership team.

This role would suit a Senior Contracts Manager or someone already working as a Contracts Director with extensive experience within Tunnelling.

Contracts Director Job Overview

Oversee the company's contracts management, compliance, and programme planning functions. Lead 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 ensure 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, managing psyc...