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Contracts Manager – Senior Commercial Role in Construction\nLocation: North East of England (with travel as required)\nJob Type: Full-time, Permanent\n\nAre you a commercial powerhouse with a talent for turning complex contracts into profitable, well-managed projects? We’re seeking a Contracts Manager to join a leading civil engineering contractor, overseeing the commercial and legal aspects of high-value construction and tender projects. This is a pivotal role where your expertise will directly influence project outcomes, mitigate risk, and drive profitability.\n\nWhat You’ll Do:\n\nLead Contract Negotiations: Review tender-stage contracts and secure favourable terms with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.\n\nManage Risk: Identify and mitigate commercial and legal risks across multiple projects.\n\nDrive Procurement & Administration: Manage supplier selection, contract administration, and performance evaluation to keep projects on track.\n\nOptimize Costs: Conduct cost reviews and value engineering exercises to maximize project profitability.\n\nCollaborate Across Teams: Work closely with Estimators, Bid Managers, Design Engineers, and Quantity Surveyors to deliver project success.\n\nEnsure Compliance: Maintain high standards across specifications, safety, legislation, and industry best practice.\n\nMaintain Accurate Records: Prepare schedules, tender forecasts, and keep precise electronic records for transparency and efficiency.\n\nWhat We’re Looking For:\n\nExperience: Solid background in civil engineering contracting, ideally with exposure to renewable energy, highways, or marine infrastructure projects.\n\nEducation: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.

Chartered status is advantageous.\n\nContract Expertise: Strong knowledge of construction contracts, especially NEC3/4.\n\nSkills That Shine: Exceptional financial acumen, negotiation, communication, and project management capabilities.\n\nThis is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of high-value projects, influence commercial outcomes, and advance your career within a respected contractor delivering impactful infrastructure. You’ll enjoy autonomy in your role while working within a supportive, forward-thinking team.\n\nApply Today – Submit your CV or, for a confidential discussion, contact Adam Rahma on (phone number removed), quoting reference J46494.\n\nLegal Information:\n\nWe act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work.\n\nFor roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.\n\nWe value and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

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