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Contract Manager

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Posted on Jun 5, 2026 by CV-Library
Kendal, Cumbria, United Kingdom
Other
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Description

Due to an influx of work, we are on the lookout for a Contract Manager. As a Contract Manager, you will be responsible for the operational and financial performance of the contract; delivering a wide range of Infrastructure Projects and Capital Works, across with North West.

You will support the client in delivering their key outcomes; delivery of key contract KPI’s and full management of delivery and back office will be a key element of the role.

You will oversee the design, delivery and commercial teams, to ensure our Non-Core programme of work is delivered safely, to the right quality, on programme and to the client’s budget.

Key Responsibilities

We are looking for someone to:

Ensure all work within the contracts under your control are carried out in full compliance with health, safety, welfare and environmental regulations while working to maximise the profitability of each contract and ensuring satisfaction of contractual requirements

Ensure cash forecasts, construction programmes and progress updates to the client are as accurate as possible and submitted on time

Be responsible for ensuring the contract’s Profit & Loss performance is in line with forecast each week

Take an active part in leading on new tender opportunities released by the client

Manage subcontractor relationships; agreeing T&C’s where required, both operationally and commercially

Ensure compliance with the client’s authorisation requirements and specifications, with the company standards of service and quality systems

Control documentation from cradle to grave with an overall responsibility for the delivery and handover of schemes

Ensure that the sub-contractors and direct labour are assessed in terms of their health and safety competence prior to commencing work for on and behalf of the company

Assess the risk associated with our operations and ensuring that suitable and sufficient site-specific method statements and risk assessments are compiled with in advance of works

Help to build a new delivery team and support the development of the people in your team

Ensure the safety, consistency of approach and quality of delivery are always to a high standard

Be an integral part of our business development approach, through client interface and company governance

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package.

Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

We are Armed Forces-friendly. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, armed forces veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners.

We understand that privacy and the security of your personal information is extremely important. By applying for this role, you agree to the terms of our privacy policy.

About Network Plus

Network Plus is an award-winning business delivering essential utility and infrastructure services for the UK’s major providers of gas, power, telecoms, transport, water, and wastewater.

We value the variety of experience, perspective, and other points of difference our workforce, clients, and supply chain offer.

We are actively working with colleagues across the Network Plus Group to develop an inclusive environment – we want all our employees to feel valued and included to enable everyone to thrive at work and understand the value of their contribution matters no matter their background, identity, or circumstances

Reference: 225208921

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CV-Library

Contract Manager

CV-Library

Posted on Jun 5, 2026 by CV-Library

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Kendal, Cumbria, United Kingdom
Other
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Description

Due to an influx of work, we are on the lookout for a Contract Manager. As a Contract Manager, you will be responsible for the operational and financial performance of the contract; delivering a wide range of Infrastructure Projects and Capital Works, across with North West.

You will support the client in delivering their key outcomes; delivery of key contract KPI’s and full management of delivery and back office will be a key element of the role.

You will oversee the design, delivery and commercial teams, to ensure our Non-Core programme of work is delivered safely, to the right quality, on programme and to the client’s budget.

Key Responsibilities

We are looking for someone to:

Ensure all work within the contracts under your control are carried out in full compliance with health, safety, welfare and environmental regulations while working to maximise the profitability of each contract and ensuring satisfaction of contractual requirements

Ensure cash forecasts, construction programmes and progress updates to the client are as accurate as possible and submitted on time

Be responsible for ensuring the contract’s Profit & Loss performance is in line with forecast each week

Take an active part in leading on new tender opportunities released by the client

Manage subcontractor relationships; agreeing T&C’s where required, both operationally and commercially

Ensure compliance with the client’s authorisation requirements and specifications, with the company standards of service and quality systems

Control documentation from cradle to grave with an overall responsibility for the delivery and handover of schemes

Ensure that the sub-contractors and direct labour are assessed in terms of their health and safety competence prior to commencing work for on and behalf of the company

Assess the risk associated with our operations and ensuring that suitable and sufficient site-specific method statements and risk assessments are compiled with in advance of works

Help to build a new delivery team and support the development of the people in your team

Ensure the safety, consistency of approach and quality of delivery are always to a high standard

Be an integral part of our business development approach, through client interface and company governance

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package.

Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

We are Armed Forces-friendly. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, armed forces veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners.

We understand that privacy and the security of your personal information is extremely important. By applying for this role, you agree to the terms of our privacy policy.

About Network Plus

Network Plus is an award-winning business delivering essential utility and infrastructure services for the UK’s major providers of gas, power, telecoms, transport, water, and wastewater.

We value the variety of experience, perspective, and other points of difference our workforce, clients, and supply chain offer.

We are actively working with colleagues across the Network Plus Group to develop an inclusive environment – we want all our employees to feel valued and included to enable everyone to thrive at work and understand the value of their contribution matters no matter their background, identity, or circumstances
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