Contracts Manager

Taylor Woodrow is recruiting for a Contracts Manager to join our regional civils team based in the Midlands. Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Contracts Manager will be initially be responsible for the delivery of the A4124 scheme. The scheme runs between Wolverhampton and Birmingham and consists of multi-phased works to build cycling infrastructure, connecting into existing routes at Culwell Street and stretching toward New Cross Hospital.

• Develop and drive our civils schemes from EI stage to delivery. Work closely with our clients to build long lasting and collaborative relationships to enable successful delivery of projects
• Take an active role in the planning stages of our schemes
• Manage your site teams and supply chain partners to ensure work is carried out safely and within program
• Work closely with our Pre-Construction team and the client, assisting with the development of the programmes and influencing during the EDI stage
• Develop and manage contractual programmes, updating cost forecasts alongside the commercial team.
• Develop individuals in your team, through coaching and training
• Ensure materials, plant and sub-contractors are procured to meet targets
• Assist the Operations Manager with identifying future work opportunities within the region

• Experience in the delivery of multiple civils schemes or a major project within highways
• A formal qualification in a civil engineering related subject is advantageous
• Knowledge of NEC3 and/or NEC4 contracts

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time - 40 hours - Monday to Friday

Fairness, Inclusion and Respect (FIR) at Taylor Woodrow is about recognising and celebrating each other’s differences and what they bring to the team.

Harnessing this diversity and applying the experiences, abilities and unique qualities of individuals will enhance our business; therefore, we commit to equity of opportunity and fair treatment of all current and potential employees and encourage job applications from all.

Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made as part of the application process please contact us directly.

Taylor Woodrow recognises the importance of helping our employees balance their work and home life by offering flexible working arrangements across many of our roles which include working from home to enable employees to balance their working life with other priorities.