Senior Contract Manager

Overview

Senior Contract Manager — Harefield. Competitive Salary and Car or Allowance.Role

We''re looking for a proven leader with expertise in heavy civil engineering to help shape the future of our growing Civil Engineering division. With major frameworks like HS2 already underway and a pipeline of exciting, large-scale infrastructure opportunities, this is a pivotal role for someone who thrives on complexity, collaboration, and commercial success.This is more than contract management — it''s about leading transformational projects, mentoring high-performing teams, and ensuring we deliver safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.Responsibilities

Lead and inspire senior operational teams to drive compliance, improve performance, and maximise profitabilityOversee full PandL responsibility and ensure robust commercial and financial controlsAlign people, systems, and resources to strategic objectives and evolving client needsChampion a culture of safety, innovation, and continuous improvementBuild and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and advocateEnsure effective planning and utilisation of labour, plant, and materials across complex projectsQualifications

A strong track record in senior contract or project management roles within heavy civil engineering or major infrastructureExperience delivering complex, high-value projects, ideally within regulated or high-profile environmentsCommercial acumen, strategic thinking, and the ability to lead multidisciplinary teamsRelevant qualifications (e.g. ILM, construction management, or equivalent experience)Integrity, resilience, and a passion for delivering excellenceOur Company

Every day we work smarter, greener and use our imaginations.Our purpose at Clancy is simple - we make life better for everyone\''s growing families. We play a vital role in providing fresh drinking water and power to millions of homes and businesses and so much more.We are one of the biggest family owned construction businesses in the UK and we care about our people, our clients and the environment.What Next

You apply, and we respond within two weeks (we know how annoying it is not to hear anything back)! If you don\''t receive feedback within that timescale, please don\''t be afraid to chase us - one of our values is to do what we say we will do!Benefits

In addition to helping you reach your career goals, a competitive salary, pension, healthcare and holiday allowance starting at 24-26 days per annum, we also offer perks including Clancy Xtras, our employee benefits programme with discounts for numerous well-known retailers such as Tesco, Sainsbury\''s, Currys PC World and Vue Cinemas, cycle to work scheme as well as an Employee Assistance Programme.Clancy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made for you to attend an interview, please do let us know and we will be happy to accommodate.We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and Disability Confident ..... full job details .....