Contract Manager - Earthworks Experience - Overseeing 6 Sites - Paying up to £70k Your new company Fox Group is a leading name in the construction, aggregates and earthworks sector, delivering high-quality projects across the North West. With a strong reputation for operational excellence, safety and innovation, the business continues to expand its portfolio of major earthworks and civil engineering schemes. Due to continued growth, Fox Group is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee multiple live sites and ensure the safe, efficient and compliant delivery of earthworks operations. Your new role As Contracts Manager, you will take responsibility for the successful management of six active sites, ensuring all works are delivered to programme, specification and budget. You will work closely with Site Managers, Engineers and Plant teams to drive performance, maintain high safety standards and ensure accurate reporting across all projects. Your responsibilities will include: Managing multiple earthworks sites, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance Overseeing cut & fill, bulk earthworks, muckshift and enabling works Working closely with site engineers to interpret drawings, levels and specifications Ensuring correct use of plant, machinery and equipment, including productivity monitoring Leading on health & safety, RAMS, site audits and compliance checks Maintaining accurate records, daily logs, site diaries and progress reports Managing subcontractors and labour resources across all sites Monitoring programme, cost control and commercial performance Liaising with clients, stakeholders and internal teams to resolve issues and maintain strong relationships Driving continuous improvement across operational delivery What you'll need to succeed You will have: Proven experience as a Contracts Manager or Senior Site Manager within earthworks or heavy civils Strong understanding of engineering principles, levels, drawings and specifications Knowledge of plant operations, productivity and safe usage Excellent working knowledge of health & safety legislation and site compliance Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple sites simultaneously Confident communication and stakeholder management skills Ability to maintain accurate records, reports and documentation Full UK driving licence What you'll get in return Competitive salary Car or car allowance Company benefits package Opportunity to work with a respected and growing contractor Long-term career progression within a supportive team What to do now If you're interested in this role, click apply now to submit your CV, or contact us to discuss the opportunity in more detail. #
May 14, 2026
Full time
Contract Manager - Earthworks Experience - Overseeing 6 Sites - Paying up to £70k Your new company Fox Group is a leading name in the construction, aggregates and earthworks sector, delivering high-quality projects across the North West. With a strong reputation for operational excellence, safety and innovation, the business continues to expand its portfolio of major earthworks and civil engineering schemes. Due to continued growth, Fox Group is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee multiple live sites and ensure the safe, efficient and compliant delivery of earthworks operations. Your new role As Contracts Manager, you will take responsibility for the successful management of six active sites, ensuring all works are delivered to programme, specification and budget. You will work closely with Site Managers, Engineers and Plant teams to drive performance, maintain high safety standards and ensure accurate reporting across all projects. Your responsibilities will include: Managing multiple earthworks sites, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance Overseeing cut & fill, bulk earthworks, muckshift and enabling works Working closely with site engineers to interpret drawings, levels and specifications Ensuring correct use of plant, machinery and equipment, including productivity monitoring Leading on health & safety, RAMS, site audits and compliance checks Maintaining accurate records, daily logs, site diaries and progress reports Managing subcontractors and labour resources across all sites Monitoring programme, cost control and commercial performance Liaising with clients, stakeholders and internal teams to resolve issues and maintain strong relationships Driving continuous improvement across operational delivery What you'll need to succeed You will have: Proven experience as a Contracts Manager or Senior Site Manager within earthworks or heavy civils Strong understanding of engineering principles, levels, drawings and specifications Knowledge of plant operations, productivity and safe usage Excellent working knowledge of health & safety legislation and site compliance Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple sites simultaneously Confident communication and stakeholder management skills Ability to maintain accurate records, reports and documentation Full UK driving licence What you'll get in return Competitive salary Car or car allowance Company benefits package Opportunity to work with a respected and growing contractor Long-term career progression within a supportive team What to do now If you're interested in this role, click apply now to submit your CV, or contact us to discuss the opportunity in more detail. #
Earthworks Contracts Manager This is a rare opportunity to take a leading role on one of the UK's most significant earthworks schemes in decades. We're working with a well-established civil engineering contractor, delivering a large-scale earthworks project in the South of England. With a huge earthworks programme already underway and plenty of programme left to run, this is a long-term, high-impact role where you'll have real ownership of delivery, not just oversight. The Role As Earthworks Contracts Manager, you'll take full responsibility for the planning, coordination, and execution of a major earthworks package on a flagship infrastructure scheme. Reporting into senior leadership, you'll be at the centre of operations, driving performance, managing risk, and ensuring delivery stays on track. This is a site-based role suited to someone who thrives in a hands-on environment and is confident leading from the front on complex, self-delivered works. Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end delivery of large-scale earthworks operations Take ownership of planning, sequencing, and production outputs Ensure high standards across safety, quality, and environmental compliance Manage programme milestones and proactively address risks to delivery Maintain close integration with site teams to drive productivity and performance Oversee cost control, forecasting, and commercial performance alongside project teams Manage client relationships, ensuring clear communication and professional reporting Handle contractual matters, maintaining compliance and protecting commercial position Support and mentor junior engineers and site teams What We're Looking For Proven experience delivering large earthworks packages in a Project mgr, Contracts mgr, or Construction Manager capacity Strong understanding of heavy plant, production rates, and self-delivery models Experience working under NEC contracts (NEC4 preferred) Background in Design & Build projects within civil engineering Confident communicator with strong stakeholder and client management skills Commercially aware, with the ability to manage cost and programme pressures Degree/HND in Civil Engineering or equivalent experience What's on Offer Competitive salary with performance-related bonus Company vehicle or car allowance Private healthcare and life assurance Pension scheme 25 days holiday + bank holidays Long-term project pipeline and career progression opportunities Lodging allowance where applicable If you're looking for a role where you can genuinely influence delivery on a major earthworks scheme, and see a project through over the long term - then send your CV ASAP! Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
May 13, 2026
Full time
Earthworks Contracts Manager This is a rare opportunity to take a leading role on one of the UK's most significant earthworks schemes in decades. We're working with a well-established civil engineering contractor, delivering a large-scale earthworks project in the South of England. With a huge earthworks programme already underway and plenty of programme left to run, this is a long-term, high-impact role where you'll have real ownership of delivery, not just oversight. The Role As Earthworks Contracts Manager, you'll take full responsibility for the planning, coordination, and execution of a major earthworks package on a flagship infrastructure scheme. Reporting into senior leadership, you'll be at the centre of operations, driving performance, managing risk, and ensuring delivery stays on track. This is a site-based role suited to someone who thrives in a hands-on environment and is confident leading from the front on complex, self-delivered works. Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end delivery of large-scale earthworks operations Take ownership of planning, sequencing, and production outputs Ensure high standards across safety, quality, and environmental compliance Manage programme milestones and proactively address risks to delivery Maintain close integration with site teams to drive productivity and performance Oversee cost control, forecasting, and commercial performance alongside project teams Manage client relationships, ensuring clear communication and professional reporting Handle contractual matters, maintaining compliance and protecting commercial position Support and mentor junior engineers and site teams What We're Looking For Proven experience delivering large earthworks packages in a Project mgr, Contracts mgr, or Construction Manager capacity Strong understanding of heavy plant, production rates, and self-delivery models Experience working under NEC contracts (NEC4 preferred) Background in Design & Build projects within civil engineering Confident communicator with strong stakeholder and client management skills Commercially aware, with the ability to manage cost and programme pressures Degree/HND in Civil Engineering or equivalent experience What's on Offer Competitive salary with performance-related bonus Company vehicle or car allowance Private healthcare and life assurance Pension scheme 25 days holiday + bank holidays Long-term project pipeline and career progression opportunities Lodging allowance where applicable If you're looking for a role where you can genuinely influence delivery on a major earthworks scheme, and see a project through over the long term - then send your CV ASAP! Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Job Location: Scotland - Bingally Project Type: Job Purpose Working within the Project Commercial Team the SQS is to provide full commercial support to the projects prior to commencing into delivery and on into final account and handover. Identify and mitigate all commercial risks to the projects team delivery. Identify and maximise all commercial opportunities within the projects environment to maximise margin output. Ensure full commercial compliance and governance for all projects to full approval. Provide commercial reports to key stakeholders both client and internally. Development of budgets and proposals for the client ensuring value for the client while still meeting the team margin target. Manage the Quantity Surveying team. Protect and enhance original contractual margin expectations throughout delivery phase of project. Effectively manage the Final Account phase of works. Monthly completion of project CVR and regular review and challenge of CVR's input from junior QS to ensure effective commercial management of all projects. Management of Subcontractor Accounts. Qualifications / Experience TECHNICAL EXPERTISE / KNOWLEDGE / QUALIFICATIONS The job holder should have been educated to at least BSc or equivalent full technical standard. Must hold a recognised qualification in Quantity Surveying / Commercial Management. The job holder must have experience in the administration of the NEC contract, managing the requirements of the contract between the Contractor and the Employer/Client. The job holder must have experience in civil infrastructure projects and specifically have knowledge of earthworks. Full knowledge of information technology, Microsoft projects, Windows, spreadsheets, keyboard skills, etc. Demonstrable record of enhancement of margin and acceleration of cash through project delivery phase. Good presentation and negotiation skills. Skills Balances the longer term strategic goals with the short term business performance. Is attentive to the bigger picture. Detailed knowledge (preferable NEC qualification) of the workings of NEC Engineering & Construction form of contract. Strong construction contract knowledge to administer £50M contract. Relationship Management - able to both develop and manage internal and client relationships which support the delivery of the project. Is able to harness the involvement and contribution of colleagues and suppliers in the fulfilment of company objectives associated with a robust and effective end to end business process. Administratively sound and lean. Strong commercial acumen and negotiation. Able to retrieve negative situations and further enhance positives. Technical Competencies Commercially manage all aspects of a project from start date to Completion. Responsible for the adherence to governance and process both client and company policies. Excellent knowledge of construction contracts both in writing and administering. Track record of successful negotiations. Contract management - driving value over the term of the contract. Projects in civil infrastructure areas demonstrating experience/understanding. Able to manage WIP effectively and understand current Earned Value position on all contracts. Report latest commercial position on projects to client and internal stakeholders. Personal Attributes Leadership - able to promote strong commercial processes with the project and lead and support colleagues through same promoting correct behaviours. Boundaryless team player - works effectively across and up & down both company and supplier organisations without restraint or inhibition from organisation silos (or politics). Self-starting - sees and resolves problems without seeking permission. Places the client at the heart of everything (balanced with the opportunity to drive value and margin for the company). Makes personal development a priority and acts on this - active not passive. Excellent at developing relationships and building necessary formal and informal networks. Able to inspire colleagues and suppliers alike in raising their performance. An effective collaborator. Experiences Preferably a minimum of 10 years experience operating at a Senior Manager Level within the commercial environment in Large scale civil projects. Demonstrate experience in managing construction contracts to a value of £50m. Demonstrate experience of taking a project from starting date to completion. Demonstrate experience of managing the compensation event process from notification through to implementation. Demonstrate IT literacy. Demonstrate experience and competency with COINS or similar project accounting software. Demonstrate experience of managing/supporting/coaching a team of commercial people to deliver successful projects. Summary This job description is an overview to provide the reader with the relevant insight into the job role. Variances beyond the description may occur. Apply for Senior Quantity Surveyor - Contractor Role
May 08, 2026
Full time
Job Location: Scotland - Bingally Project Type: Job Purpose Working within the Project Commercial Team the SQS is to provide full commercial support to the projects prior to commencing into delivery and on into final account and handover. Identify and mitigate all commercial risks to the projects team delivery. Identify and maximise all commercial opportunities within the projects environment to maximise margin output. Ensure full commercial compliance and governance for all projects to full approval. Provide commercial reports to key stakeholders both client and internally. Development of budgets and proposals for the client ensuring value for the client while still meeting the team margin target. Manage the Quantity Surveying team. Protect and enhance original contractual margin expectations throughout delivery phase of project. Effectively manage the Final Account phase of works. Monthly completion of project CVR and regular review and challenge of CVR's input from junior QS to ensure effective commercial management of all projects. Management of Subcontractor Accounts. Qualifications / Experience TECHNICAL EXPERTISE / KNOWLEDGE / QUALIFICATIONS The job holder should have been educated to at least BSc or equivalent full technical standard. Must hold a recognised qualification in Quantity Surveying / Commercial Management. The job holder must have experience in the administration of the NEC contract, managing the requirements of the contract between the Contractor and the Employer/Client. The job holder must have experience in civil infrastructure projects and specifically have knowledge of earthworks. Full knowledge of information technology, Microsoft projects, Windows, spreadsheets, keyboard skills, etc. Demonstrable record of enhancement of margin and acceleration of cash through project delivery phase. Good presentation and negotiation skills. Skills Balances the longer term strategic goals with the short term business performance. Is attentive to the bigger picture. Detailed knowledge (preferable NEC qualification) of the workings of NEC Engineering & Construction form of contract. Strong construction contract knowledge to administer £50M contract. Relationship Management - able to both develop and manage internal and client relationships which support the delivery of the project. Is able to harness the involvement and contribution of colleagues and suppliers in the fulfilment of company objectives associated with a robust and effective end to end business process. Administratively sound and lean. Strong commercial acumen and negotiation. Able to retrieve negative situations and further enhance positives. Technical Competencies Commercially manage all aspects of a project from start date to Completion. Responsible for the adherence to governance and process both client and company policies. Excellent knowledge of construction contracts both in writing and administering. Track record of successful negotiations. Contract management - driving value over the term of the contract. Projects in civil infrastructure areas demonstrating experience/understanding. Able to manage WIP effectively and understand current Earned Value position on all contracts. Report latest commercial position on projects to client and internal stakeholders. Personal Attributes Leadership - able to promote strong commercial processes with the project and lead and support colleagues through same promoting correct behaviours. Boundaryless team player - works effectively across and up & down both company and supplier organisations without restraint or inhibition from organisation silos (or politics). Self-starting - sees and resolves problems without seeking permission. Places the client at the heart of everything (balanced with the opportunity to drive value and margin for the company). Makes personal development a priority and acts on this - active not passive. Excellent at developing relationships and building necessary formal and informal networks. Able to inspire colleagues and suppliers alike in raising their performance. An effective collaborator. Experiences Preferably a minimum of 10 years experience operating at a Senior Manager Level within the commercial environment in Large scale civil projects. Demonstrate experience in managing construction contracts to a value of £50m. Demonstrate experience of taking a project from starting date to completion. Demonstrate experience of managing the compensation event process from notification through to implementation. Demonstrate IT literacy. Demonstrate experience and competency with COINS or similar project accounting software. Demonstrate experience of managing/supporting/coaching a team of commercial people to deliver successful projects. Summary This job description is an overview to provide the reader with the relevant insight into the job role. Variances beyond the description may occur. Apply for Senior Quantity Surveyor - Contractor Role
This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the Southeast's fastest growing civil engineering and residential groundworks contractors, offering their clients a one-stop-shop to design, build and maintain their projects and infrastructure, through their own in-house expertise and workforce. Specialising in the delivery of enabling, civil engineering, groundworks and associated highways works to the residential sector, they have an immediate need for an intermediate groundworks Quantity Surveyor, to join their head office commercial team and deliver projects within the residential sector. Groundworks Quantity Surveyor roles and responsibilities: Reporting to the Commercial Manager, you will initially be responsible for delivering 4 residential groundworks packages. All packages will be self-delivered under JCT contracts, with some specialist subcontract packages. You will be responsible for: Day to day commercial administration of the packages. Reviewing progress on site in line with commercials and programme. Monitoring, forecasting and reporting on budgets and costs against programme and producing CVR's. Reviewing payment applications and agreeing monthly payment valuations. Agreeing instructions, change and processing variations. Undertaking Take-off's and Remeasurements as required. Attending client and project progress meetings. Agreeing Final Accounts. Groundworks Quantity Surveyor requirements: Degree qualified in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying or similar qualification and relevant experience. 4+ years' experience working on Groundworks and Civil Engineering projects within the residential sector. Tier 2 experience, managing self-delivery Groundworks and associated packages (drainage, utilities, landscaping and earthworks) under JCT contracts. Self-sufficient, able to manage projects from start through to Final Accounts. Strong cost management, forecasting and reporting experience. Happy to be office based, with visits to site as required. Groundworks Quantity Surveyor Benefits: To work with one of the fastest growing civils contractors in the Southeast. Excelent opportunity for career progression. Immediate role. If you are interested in this Groundworks Quantity Surveyor role, apply now.
Sep 22, 2025
Full time
This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the Southeast's fastest growing civil engineering and residential groundworks contractors, offering their clients a one-stop-shop to design, build and maintain their projects and infrastructure, through their own in-house expertise and workforce. Specialising in the delivery of enabling, civil engineering, groundworks and associated highways works to the residential sector, they have an immediate need for an intermediate groundworks Quantity Surveyor, to join their head office commercial team and deliver projects within the residential sector. Groundworks Quantity Surveyor roles and responsibilities: Reporting to the Commercial Manager, you will initially be responsible for delivering 4 residential groundworks packages. All packages will be self-delivered under JCT contracts, with some specialist subcontract packages. You will be responsible for: Day to day commercial administration of the packages. Reviewing progress on site in line with commercials and programme. Monitoring, forecasting and reporting on budgets and costs against programme and producing CVR's. Reviewing payment applications and agreeing monthly payment valuations. Agreeing instructions, change and processing variations. Undertaking Take-off's and Remeasurements as required. Attending client and project progress meetings. Agreeing Final Accounts. Groundworks Quantity Surveyor requirements: Degree qualified in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying or similar qualification and relevant experience. 4+ years' experience working on Groundworks and Civil Engineering projects within the residential sector. Tier 2 experience, managing self-delivery Groundworks and associated packages (drainage, utilities, landscaping and earthworks) under JCT contracts. Self-sufficient, able to manage projects from start through to Final Accounts. Strong cost management, forecasting and reporting experience. Happy to be office based, with visits to site as required. Groundworks Quantity Surveyor Benefits: To work with one of the fastest growing civils contractors in the Southeast. Excelent opportunity for career progression. Immediate role. If you are interested in this Groundworks Quantity Surveyor role, apply now.
