Contract Manager (Foundations / Groundworks)

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Job information

  • Location: Wigan, Greater Manchester
  • Job type: Permanent
  • Job sector: Engineering
  • Salary: £95000 - £100000 per annum + Progression + Bonus + Company Benefits
  • Published: 23 February 2026

Contract Manager (Foundations / Groundworks)
£95,000 – £100,000 + Progression + Bonus + Company Benefits + Company Vehicle + Private Healthcare + Share Scheme
Wigan, Greater Manchester

Are you a Contracts Manager from groundwork or foundations background looking to step into a senior role as an integral part in the success of a well-established company, you will autonomously support operations teams with a contract/commercial focus and work on specialist projects across the UK?

This company, established in the 1960’s and has cemented themselves within the construction industry and boasts a multimillion-pound turnover. With numerous offices, they have a global impact within the Construction / Geotechnical industries. They have recently taken on some large projects, and as a result are looking for a new Commercial Manager.

This is an autonomous role with an NEC Contract focus, where you will liaise closely with directors, senior management and clients as you plan site activities, support project managers across multiple projects, liaise with suppliers and different departments and coordinate site-based activities. This varied role is split between the office work with same site visitation.

This role would suit a Contracts Manager from a Foundations/groundworks background who is looking for a varied role where you will have the opportunity to work on high end specialist projects.

The Role

  • Liaise across the business and assist with any issues
  • Oversee and manage projects both on site and in office
  • Communicate with internal departments on site related queries
  • Ensure contracts are managed properly

The Person

  • Contracts Manager or similar
  • Foundations / Groundwork background
  • Full driving license

Reference Number: BBBH23882a

Project Manager, Geotechnical, Engineering, Site Surveyor, Ground Investigation, Geology, Estimation, Soil Assessment, Construction, Liverpool, Manchester, Bolton, Wigan

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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