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Contracts Manager - Southern Water (Home/Site Based Role covering Hampshire / Mid Sussex areas)A variety of soft skills and experience may be required for the following role Please ensure you check the overview below carefully.We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Contract Manager to oversee and manage contracts related to water infrastructure projects, treatment facilities, and service delivery. The role involves contract drafting, negotiation, compliance monitoring, and performance management to ensure projects meet regulatory, financial, and operational objectives.Key Responsibilities:Develop detailed project plans and schedules to support on-time delivery.Manage procurement to ensure timely, cost-effective material supply.Oversee compliance with company commercial policies and ensure accurate reporting of project costs and forecasts.Lead pre-start and handover meetings, monitor commercial performance, and maintain risk registers.Review progress, budgets, and forecasts weekly, and manage subcontractor engagement and design delivery.Promote high standards of health, safety, and environmental (HS&E) practices, conduct site inspections, and ensure regulatory compliance.Maintain quality standards by ensuring QA documentation and best practices are in place.Foster positive client and stakeholder relationships, lead meetings, and ensure minimal disruption to local communities.Performance Measures:Meet deadlines and business objectivesComplete final accounts within three months of project completionEnsure timely reports and KPI achievementsDeliver safe, on-time, on-budget projectsKey Relationships:Senior leadershipSite teamsSuppliers and subcontractorsClients and stakeholdersPerson Specification:Essential:Strong background in civil engineering or water infrastructure projectsSolid understanding of contracts, CDM, risk, and cost managementProficient in MS Project; familiar with NEC contract managementHNC/HND/Degree-level educationSMSTS & CSCS certifiedProven leadership, communication, and problem-solving skillsDesirable:Chartered Engineer statusNEBOSH certificationExperience with Primavera P6Why Join our ClientWork on critical infrastructure that mattersGenerous salary & benefits inc. BonusPrivate medical, life assuranceCompany car/allowance25+ days leave plus bank holidays Career development & leadership trainingFlexible working and wellbeing support