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Commercial Contracts Manager Civils, Highways & Small WorksSalary: 70,000 - 80,000 + Company Car + BenefitsLocation: Manchester (must be within 1 hour commute)If your skills, experience, and qualifications match those in this job overview, do not delay your application.The CompanyA long-established, family-run civil engineering and infrastructure contractor in the North West (c.30m turnover). The business delivers a mix of civils and highways-related works and is known locally for reliable delivery and strong client relationships.The RoleThis is a hands-on, technically credible and commercially strong Contracts Manager position, focused on delivering and commercially controlling multiple smaller-value schemes rather than long-duration, major projects.Typical project values are c.100k500k, sometimes linked into wider programmes. Youll be a visible presence across sites and the office, ensuring work is delivered safely, on time and profitably.Key ResponsibilitiesManage multiple civils/highways/small works projects concurrently across the North West.Provide technical oversight: drawings, scope clarity, programme realism, and site delivery support.Assist with leading the commercial/QS elements of the contracts: valuations, cost control, variations, change management, forecasting, and final accounts.Build and maintain strong client relationships; identify opportunities for repeat work.Work closely with supervisors/site teams to maintain standards, productivity and quality.Ensure projects are delivered safely and in line with agreed timeframes/specs.Contribute to improving commercial discipline, reporting and processes as the workload grows.What Were Looking ForExperience as a Contracts Manager / Project Manager in civils/highways/small works, with strong technical credibility.Heavier technical engineering competence than a standard delivery-only Contracts Manager.Comfortable running several live jobs at once (fast pace, tight commercial control).Strong client-facing skills; a local relationship base/black book is a bonus but not essential.Must live within 1 hour of the Greater Manchester office. xjdpvnf Tickets/quals such as SMSTS/CSCS/NRSWA/HNC/HND are advantageous, but solid experience is the key.Apply / EnquiriesFor a confidential conversation, contact Nathan Turley at .