Full time

Contracts Manager

RGB Recruitment
Devon, Devon, EX6 6LW
money-bag £63000 - £70000 per annum, Benefits: Plus car , bonus and additional benefits
Posted: 13 August 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 12 September 2026
Ref: 60655714

Contracts Manager – Civil Engineering South West | Bristol Region

£65,000–£70,000 + Car/Allowance + Bonus + Benefits

An established civil engineering contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Contracts Manager to strengthen its regional delivery team across the South West.
This is a senior operational position overseeing a portfolio of highways and civil engineering schemes, with responsibility for multiple project teams and the successful delivery of works from pre-construction through to completion.
The role offers a good mix of operational leadership, client management and business development, working closely with project, commercial and pre-construction teams across a strong pipeline of regional work.
The Role As Contracts Manager, you will:

  • Oversee multiple civil engineering projects across the region
  • Lead and support Project Managers and site delivery teams
  • Take responsibility for programme, quality, safety and overall project performance
  • Work closely with commercial, planning and pre-construction teams
  • Maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders and supply chain partners
  • Support tendering and future work-winning opportunities
  • Monitor project performance and implement corrective measures where required
  • Identify opportunities for continued growth across existing and future projects
  • Drive best practice and continuous improvement across delivery teams
About You We are looking for someone with:
  • Proven senior management experience within civil engineering, highways or infrastructure
  • Experience overseeing multiple projects and delivery teams
  • Strong operational and commercial awareness
  • Experience working within framework or repeat-client environments
  • Good knowledge of NEC contracts
  • Excellent leadership and client-facing skills
  • SMSTS
  • Full UK driving licence
Applications are welcomed from established Contracts Managers, as well as experienced Senior Project Managers who can demonstrate they are ready to take the next step.
Package £65,000–£70,000 DOE
Company car or car allowance
Performance-related bonus
Excellent pension and wider benefits package
Permanent position

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contractor with a strong pipeline of civil engineering work across the South West.
For further information or a confidential discussion, please get in touch with Laura at RGB.

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