Job Description

Freelance Contracts Manager
Day Rate: £300 - £320 per day
Type: Contract
Location: Northwest
Start Date: ASAP

A civil engineering contractor is seeking an enthusiastic Freelance Contracts Manager (Groundworks specialism) to assist in the delivering of key projects across the Northwest Region (Wigan/Preston and Merseyside) taking responsibility for the day-to-day management of projects & operatives. You will oversee resource allocation, project delivery strategies, and compliance with all relevant procedures and regulations.
As a Contracts Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the site-based activities and ensuring the successful delivery of projects.
Responsibilities:
• Manage all site operatives, ensuring adherence to safety standards and quality control measures.
• Maintain good client relationships and promote the companys image within the business community.
• Develop and implement project delivery strategies to meet agreed outcomes.
• Ensure adequate controls and resources are in place for projects.
• Resolve site non-conformities with minimal disruption.
• Attend tender handover meetings and oversee construction matters.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Maintain proper record-keeping of site progress and documentation.
What we require from you?
• Minimum of 2 years experience working as a contracts manager
• Ability to understand technical details.
• Previous experience with commercial procedures is welcomed.
• Previous experience in Highways construction including HRA and Bitmac Surfing (essential)
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills to handle concurrent projects effectively.
• Robust communication and interpersonal abilities to foster productive collaboration with clients and project stakeholders.
This is a great opportunity to work with a regional civil engineering contractors on exciting highways projects.
To find out more contact Stephen Pindar on (phone number removed) (Specialist Construction Recruitment consultant) for a private and confidential chat.
Or email your updated CV to (url removed)