Contracts Manager – Civil Engineering Leader (Cambridge Area)

JacksonHyder; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 50,000 - GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic engineering firm is currently seeking a Contracts Manager for their Eastern Region, based in Cambridge. The ideal candidate will have civil engineering project experience, particularly in highways schemes valued at over £5m. Responsibilities include providing strategic direction, maintaining client relations, and ensuring project compliance. The company offers a supportive culture, extensive perks including life assurance and a pension scheme, along with training opportunities.

Benefits

Life assurance cover (4x annual salary)

Company pension scheme (we match up to 8%)

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

The ‘great escape’ – leave off 2 hours early every Friday

Extensive training programmes

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee benefits platform

Free on-site parking

Company social calendar

Regular fun days and charity events

Qualifications

• Experience across a broad range of civil engineering projects.
• Track record of delivering highways schemes valued at £5m+.
• Commercially astute with pre-contract tendering experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational, strategic, and contractual direction.
• Monitor performance against programmes and resource requirements.
• Maintain and develop strong client links.

Skills

Civil engineering experience

Strong leadership

Effective communication

Programming using Asta Powerproject or MS Project

Microsoft Office skills

Negotiation and relationship building

Education

HNC, HND or BEng in Civil Engineering

Tools

Asta Powerproject

MS Project

Job description

A dynamic engineering firm is currently seeking a Contracts Manager for their Eastern Region, based in Cambridge. The ideal candidate will have civil engineering project experience, particularly in highways schemes valued at over £5m. Responsibilities include providing strategic direction, maintaining client relations, and ensuring project compliance. The company offers a supportive culture, extensive perks including life assurance and a pension scheme, along with training opportunities.