Galliford Try
UK-based construction group delivering building, infrastructure and specialist services across public and private sectors.
Contracts Manager
Manage water-sector contracts, leading teams, finances, and delivery across UK projects.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Drive project success with strong commercial awareness and balanced decision‑making • Lead and develop high‑performing teams, fostering collaboration across internal groups, subcontractors and clients • Build and maintain stakeholder relationships aligned with company values • Take full responsibility for project financial performance, including P&L, forecasting, cost control and reporting • Prepare and review performance reports for monthly financial and programme reviews • Ensure compliance with company financial, commercial and Health & Safety procedures • Manage contract documentation, price variations and final account agreements • Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to optimise resources and meet client requirements • Conduct site visits and meetings to oversee progress, resolve issues and maintain programmes • Identify and mitigate risks early to minimise delays and cost impacts • Promote innovation, continuous improvement and best practice across projects • Champion sustainability and meet environmental objectives • Encourage use of digital tools and data‑driven approaches to improve outcomes
Key Responsibilities
- ▸financial management
- ▸contract management
- ▸design collaboration
- ▸site visits
- ▸risk management
- ▸digital tools
What You Bring
• Hold ONC/HNC/BEng or NVQ equivalent in engineering or related discipline • Proven experience managing contracts in the water/wastewater sector • Sound understanding of NEC contracts • Strong leadership and team‑development capabilities • Ability to prioritise and deliver under pressure • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications • Commercially aware with strong problem‑solving skills • Flexible, resilient and adaptable to change • Honest, ethical and professional in all interactions • Health & Safety qualifications (IOSH, SMSTS) and CSCS card holder
Requirements
- ▸beng
- ▸nec
- ▸leadership
- ▸microsoft office
- ▸problem solving
- ▸smsts
Benefits
Galliford Try operates an order book of over £3.8 billion, offering stability and the chance to work on high‑profile infrastructure projects. The company invests in wellbeing through the ‘Be Well’ programme, provides extensive training, career development pathways and an Agile Working model that supports flexible work arrangements. Applications are welcomed for full‑time, reduced‑hour or flexible arrangements and reasonable adjustments will be considered for candidates with disabilities. Interested parties can contact Charlotte Gornall at the email provided for further information. • Work on high‑profile projects within a £3.8 billion order book offering stability and career growth • Access to the ‘Be Well’ wellbeing programme, extensive training and career path initiatives • Flexible Agile Working arrangements to support varied working patterns • Generous holiday entitlement with the option to purchase additional days • Corporate discount schemes and Cycle to Work programmes • Comprehensive pension plan and Save As You Earn share purchase scheme • Private medical options and 24/7 employee assistance support • Paid membership to a recognised professional association relevant to the role
Work Environment
Onsite