Your new company

Work for a leading name in the construction, aggregates and earthworks sector, delivering high-quality projects across the North West. With a strong reputation for operational excellence, safety and innovation, the business continues to expand its portfolio of major earthworks and civil engineering schemes. Due to continued growth, this organisation is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee multiple live sites and ensure the safe, efficient and compliant delivery of earthworks operations.

Your new role

As the Contracts Manager, you will take responsibility for the successful management of six active sites, ensuring all works are delivered to programme, specification and budget. You will work closely with Site Managers, Engineers and Plant teams to drive performance, maintain high safety standards and ensure accurate reporting across all projects.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing multiple earthworks sites, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance
• Overseeing cut & fill, bulk earthworks, muckshift and enabling works
• Working closely with site engineers to interpret drawings, levels and specifications
• Ensuring correct use of plant, machinery and equipment, including productivity monitoring
• Leading on health & safety, RAMS, site audits and compliance checks
• Maintaining accurate records, daily logs, site diaries and progress reports
• Managing subcontractors and labour resources across all sites
• Monitoring programme, cost control and commercial performance
• Liaising with clients, stakeholders and internal teams to resolve issues and maintain strong relationships
• Driving continuous improvement across operational delivery

What you'll need to succeed

You will have:

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager or Senior Site Manager within earthworks or heavy civils
• Strong understanding of engineering principles, levels, drawings and specifications
• Knowledge of plant operations, productivity and safe usage
• Excellent working knowledge of health & safety legislation and site compliance
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple sites simultaneously
• Confident communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to maintain accurate records, reports and documentation
• Full UK driving licence

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary
• Company benefits package
• Opportunity to work with a respected and growing contractor
• Long-term career progression within a supportive team

What to do now
If you're interested in this role, click apply now to submit your CV, or contact us to discuss the opportunity in more detail.

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