Contracts Manager

Location: Featherstone (with travel across Yorkshire, the Northeast and nationwide)
Contract: Full-time

What We Offer

• Company vehicle
• IT equipment & mobile phone
• Generous holiday allowance
• Pension scheme
• Group Income Protection
• Career development opportunities within a growing national business
• Life Insurance

Ready to Make a Difference?

Join Carnell and play a key role in delivering vital infrastructure projects that support communities.

We're looking for an experienced Contract Manager who enjoys working collaboratively, developing teams and building positive client relationships.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading the safe and successful delivery of highways and civil engineering projects
• Supporting and developing Project Managers and operational teams
• Building strong, collaborative relationships with clients and stakeholders
• Monitoring project performance, programme delivery and financial outcomes
• Promoting a positive safety culture and ensuring compliance with quality and environmental standards
• Managing project risks and supporting effective decision-making
• Contributing to business growth and continuous improvement

What You'll Bring

We're looking for someone who enjoys working collaboratively, developing others and building positive relationships, alongside:

• Previous experience in a Contract Manager or senior leadership role within highways or civil engineering
• Strong understanding of NEC contracts and commercial management
• Experience leading multiple projects and teams
• Excellent communication, planning and relationship-building skills
• A good understanding of health, safety and quality requirements
• Proficiency in MS Project and Microsoft Office
• HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or equivalent
• NVQ Level 6/7, SMSTS and CSCS Manager Card
• Full UK driving licence

Join Us

If you're passionate about delivering high-quality infrastructure, supporting teams to succeed and making a real impact across the UK's road network, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and help shape the future of highways maintenance with Carnell.

We're proud to be an inclusive employer where diverse talent thrives. Guided by respect, trust, innovation and wellbeing, we help our people grow while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.