Position: Contracts Engineer - Civil Engineering / Utilities

Our client, a leading specialist in drainage, utility services, and civil engineering infrastructure projects, is seeking a Contracts Engineer to join their team. This Contracts Engineer role is hands-on, focusing on project costs, contracts, and commercial risk management, while providing guidance and support to junior staff on-site and in the office.

Key Responsibilities

* Manage project budgets from initial estimates to final accounts, ensuring accurate forecasting and reporting as a Contracts Engineer

* Lead contract negotiation, procurement, and subcontract management

* Monitor and mitigate commercial and contractual risks across civil engineering projects

* Provide commercial and contractual guidance to project teams as a senior Contracts Engineer

* Mentor and support junior commercial or engineering staff

* Visit project sites every 2-3 weeks (travel and accommodation covered)

Skills & Experience Required

* Proven experience in cost management, contract administration, and risk mitigation in civil engineering projects

* Civil engineering background in drainage, water, utilities, or infrastructure projects is essential

* Experience in engineering contracts, procurement, and commercial risk management

* Ability to mentor junior staff and provide guidance as a Contracts Engineer

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and industry-standard cost/estimating software

* Driving licence required

Preferred Experience:

* Minimum 5 years as a Contracts Engineer or Commercial Manager in the civil engineering/utility sectors

Benefits

* Competitive salary with performance and profit-linked bonus structure

* Company car or allowance

* Opportunity to work on high-profile civil engineering and utility projects

* Professional development and career growth opportunities

* Travel and accommodation covered for site visits

Apply now to join a company delivering high-quality civil engineering and utility projects