Contracts Manager

Our client is a growing and ambitious infrastructure contractor, operating in multiple sectors throughout the UK. They are a leading specialist infrastructure engineering company that designs and installs complex power networks, civil infrastructure and utilities projects. Given successful growth and opportunity we are looking to recruit a Contracts Manager to lead on infrastructure projects nationwide. Role Purpose The Contracts Manager holds full operational and commercial accountability for the safe, profitable, and high-quality delivery of civils infrastructure portfolio across the region. Working closely with Power teams and supported by regional PMs, the role owns the P&L, CVR performance, and client relationships for all projects within England & Wales spanning power, rail, DNO, renewables, and ICP works. Location for the role is flexible, but travel to London and UK wide sites will be required. Key Responsibilities * Operational Delivery & Leadership * Commercial & Financial Management (P&L Ownership) * Sector-Specific Delivery * Client & Stakeholder Management * Governance, HSQE & Compliance * Strategic Growth Contribution * Collaboration with other departments to ensure delivery and technical expertise shared. Essential Experience & Qualifications Proven track record (typically 10+ years) delivering multi-disciplinary civils projects across power, utilities, or rail sectors. Demonstrable P&L or commercial accountability at regional/portfolio level (£15m+ turnover). Strong knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 contracts, JCT, and utility framework contracting. Recognised technical qualification (HNC/HND/Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent). SMSTS, CSCS (Manager/Professional level), and full UK driving licence. Desirable NVQ Level 7 in Strategic Management & Leadership Experience with DNO/ICP/IDNO delivery, BESS/solar civils, or rail power schemes. Chartered status (MICE, MCIOB, or equivalent) or working towards. NERS/Lloyd's Register scheme awareness. Personal Attributes Commercially astute with a strong asset-owner mindset. Collaborative leader Confident client-facing communicator, credible at Board and executive level. Detail-oriented with the ability to hold delivery teams to account without micromanaging