Posted 23 July, 2026
Contracts Manager
M Group
Horley, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
Right across infrastructure, theres a requirement to not only maintain, but also renew and reimagine. Whatever stage youre at in your career, with us youll have an opportunity to grow and develop. Delivering essential infrastructure services for life, while being safety first, and client and customer centric in a friendly, fun and respectful environment where you are encouraged to thrive.Where will you be working?Our Aviation team works across a wide range of specialist civil, mechanical and electrical engineering works including major international airports, regional airports and RAF airfields.Want to come and be a part of it?What will you be doing?To ensure competent and timely delivery of site activities. The Contracts Manager will be responsible for managing the lifecycle of contracts, ensuring compliance with legal standards, and optimizing operational processes. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong analytical skills and the ability to lead teams to achieve organisational goals.Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and legal requirements.Develop and implement operational strategies to improve efficiency.Supervise operational teams and manage resource allocation.Monitor and report on contract performance and operational metrics.Identify and mitigate risks related to contracts and operations.Record Keeping: Maintain detailed records of all contracts and related documentation.Performance Monitoring: Monitor compliance with contract terms and evaluate performance against contractual obligations.Process Optimisation: Improve operational processes to increase efficiency and reduce costs.Resource Allocation: Manage resources effectively to ensure the smooth operation ofbusiness activities.Strategic Planning: Develop and implement operational strategies to meetorganisational goals.Problem Solving: Address operational issues promptly and implement solutions to avoid disruptions.Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor staff, fostering a productive work environment.What youll bringBachelors degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.5+ years of experience in contract management and operations.Strong negotiation and analytical skills.Excellent communication and leadership abilities.Knowledge of relevant legal and regulatory requirements.Whats in it for you?Whats in it for you?We offer a range of benefits designed to support your life in and outside of work, some of which include; Matched or contributory pension schemeEmployee Assistance ProgrammeAccess to Mental Health First AidersMy Rewards portal, access to 1,000s retail discountsLife AssuranceCycle to work schemeEnhanced maternity or paternity leaveReward and recognition schemeOnline GP Service, 24 hours a day, 365 days a yearIn addition, this role offers Company car and fuel card with a range of electric and hybrid vehicles to choose fromSalary sacrifice car schemeHealth Care Cash Plan, giving you the ability to claim back medical expenses for things like dental, eyecare and physiotherapy and much more!Single cover private health careDiscretionary bonus scheme25days annual leave plus bank holidaysRecommend a friend get rewarded for introducing people to us!Holiday purchase schemeAbout usWe want to be an employer of choice and a great place to work, attracting diverse and talented people, who join us and make a difference. We are one of the Top 100 UK companies actively supporting and recruiting veterans. Our ENABLE inclusion networks bring together people who have a shared passion, to help create an environment where everyone belongs.Our values help to shape our culture and how we work with one another. We recruit with these values in mind, to ensure your aspirations, and ways of working, align with ours.Were responsible and go further for our people, clients, communities and the planetWere open and seek new and better ways of exceeding expectationsWere together and as one team; the whole is greater than the sum of the partsWere ambitious and embrace opportunity, to lead essential infrastructure services for lifeWhether youre a trainee, apprentice or graduate, or progressing through your career, our people benefit from industry recognised programmes, training and development.Its an exceptional time to be a part of M Group.Please note: Occasionally, we may close job adverts before the stated closing date. Wed encourage you to apply as soon as possible to ensure your application is considered.For certain roles, successful candidates will be subject to 3rd party background checks as part of our hiring process. Some of our roles require drug and alcohol testing as part of our induction.#MGroupR&ATPBN1_UKTJ
