Contracts Manager

Our salaries are competitive and reviewed regularly to ensure they remain fair and in line with the wider industry.

Location

Tipton (national travel as required)

Our Company

Doocey Group is a family-run utility and civil engineering contractor with over 40 years’ experience built on strong, Black Country values. We’ve experienced significant growth over the past 10 years which we’ve achieved through consistently delivering high quality work on behalf of our clients, including National Grid and South Staffordshire Water. We pride ourselves on the strength of our relationship with our clients and subcontractors and despite operating in a very fast-paced and often challenging industry, we will soon register a turnover of £100m, a significant milestone for the organisation. If you’re looking to join a business that values hard work, loyalty and ambition, you’ll feel right at home here.

The Role

The Contracts Manager for our Multi-Utilities division is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing the successful delivery of multiple live projects from pre-construction through to final account. The Contracts Manager will lead operational teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest standards of quality and compliance. Acting as a key link between site teams, commercial departments, subcontractors and clients, the Contracts Manager plays a vital role in driving performance and maintaining strong working relationships across all stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the safe delivery of multiple live civil engineering, utility and infrastructure projects
• Monitor progress against programmes and take corrective action where required
• Manage Site Managers, Engineers and Supervisors to ensure labour, plant and materials are effectively destroyed
• Ensure works are completed in line with approved RAMS, permits, client procedures and company standards
• Maintain regular communication with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams regarding progress and priorities
• Resolve technical, logistical and resource issues across active projects
• Monitor quality, safety, environmental compliance and housekeeping standards
• Oversee subcontractor attendance, productivity and performance
• Ensure accurate reporting, site records and project documentation are maintained
• Attend planning meetings, progress meetings and client reviews
• Review look-ahead programmes and critical path activities
• Reallocate resources to meet changing business priorities and deadlines
• Work closely with commercial teams on budgets, variations, applications and forecasts
• Carry out regular site visits, inspections and management reviews
• Escalate major commercial, operational or programme risks to senior leadership
• Support mobilisation of newly awarded contracts and final account close out
• Mentor operational staff and support succession planning and team development

Personal Qualities

• Strong leadership presence with the ability to motivate teams
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Commercially aware with a results-driven mindset
• Organised and able to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Decisive problem solver with a proactive approach
• High standards for safety, quality and operational performance
• Flexible and willing to travel nationally as required

Technical Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in a Contracts Manager, Construction Manager or Senior Project Manager role
• Proven background in civil engineering, utilities infrastructure or multi-utility project deliver
• Experience managing multiple concurrent projects
• Strong commercial awareness including CVRs, forecasting, variations and change management
• Good working knowledge of NEC, JCT or bespoke client contract environments
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, programmes and technical drawings
• Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office, Excel and planning software such as MS Projects or Primavera

Qualifications & Training

• HNC / HND Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or similar
• SMSTS
• CSCS Black Card
• First Aid at Work
• Full UK Driving Licence

Additional Information

Doocey Group value a diverse workforce and welcome applications form all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics.

Please note that we operate with a preferred supplier list and will not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies with whom we do not have an existing agreement.

By submitting your application, you consent to Doocey Group retaining your CV, application details, and personal information for the purpose of considering you for current and future employment opportunities. Your information will be stored securely and will only be shared internally as necessary.