Contracts Manager - UU AMP8 Better Rivers Programme
Salary: up to £80k DOE plus Car Allowance & Benefits
Who are The Casey Group?
The Casey Group is an award-winning, Manchester-based, family-owned construction business with a clear purpose at the heart of everything we do: Improving Lives. We do not just build projects; we create places that help people live, work and thrive. Our passionate teams are driven by making a genuine and lasting difference, not only through the spaces we deliver but through the positive impact we leave behind in the communities we serve.
Our work goes beyond the built environment. We champion local employment, skills development and sustainable practices, creating opportunities and better futures along the way. From apprenticeships and training through to supporting local charities and delivering safe, welcoming environments, people always come first at Casey.
If you are looking to be part of a business where purpose, people and quality truly matter, and where your work helps improve lives every day, you will feel at home at Casey.
Why join Casey?
This is your chance to play a leading role in delivering infrastructure projects that have a genuine impact on local communities and the environment. Through United Utilities' AMP8 investment programme, Casey is helping deliver solutions that improve river quality, increase network resilience and support long-term environmental improvements across the North West. As part of our growing framework team, you will oversee meaningful projects while working for a family-owned business where people, safety and quality come first.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to join Casey's Land Reclamation and Civils Division, overseeing a portfolio of projects across the United Utilities AMP8 Framework.
As a Principal Contractor and preferred supplier to United Utilities, Casey is delivering minor capital works that support wastewater operations, environmental performance and network resilience. Schemes include improvements to process treatment facilities, storm overflow solutions and projects supporting United Utilities' Better Rivers Programme.
Reporting to the Operations Director, you will provide leadership and operational oversight across multiple projects, supporting Site Managers and delivery teams to achieve consistent performance in safety, quality, programme, cost and customer service. You will work closely with United Utilities, commercial colleagues, subcontractors and suppliers to maintain Casey's reputation as a trusted framework delivery partner.
This is an excellent opportunity for a strong operational leader with experience in civil engineering, utilities, water infrastructure or process environments who enjoys developing teams, building client relationships and delivering projects that make a visible difference.
Key Responsibilities
· Lead the end-to-end delivery of multiple AMP8 minor works projects, from pre-construction and mobilisation through to completion.
· Provide leadership, direction and support to Site Managers and delivery teams, ensuring consistent performance across all schemes.
· Oversee works including process treatment facility improvements, storm overflow solutions and Better Rivers projects.
· Ensure projects meet Casey, United Utilities, CDM, health and safety, environmental and quality requirements.
· Monitor programmes, resources, risks, budgets and commercial performance, working with project and commercial teams to keep delivery on track.
· Build strong relationships with United Utilities and framework stakeholders, ensuring expectations, reporting requirements and performance targets are achieved.
· Carry out regular site visits, reviews and audits, using performance information and lessons learned to drive continuous improvement.
· Support tender and pre-construction activity through buildability, programme, supply chain and risk input.
· Coach and develop project teams while promoting Casey values, collaboration, accountability and a strong safety-first culture.
Skills & Experience
· Proven experience managing multiple civil engineering, utilities, water or infrastructure projects.
· Strong leadership and people-management capability, with experience supporting Site Managers and multidisciplinary delivery teams.
· Commercial and contractual awareness, with the ability to manage programme, cost, risk and resources across a portfolio of work.
· Strong technical understanding of civils, wastewater, drainage, process treatment facilities or environmental infrastructure.
· Excellent client, communication and stakeholder-management skills.
· Highly organised, proactive and confident in anticipating problems and driving practical solutions.
· A strong commitment to health, safety, quality, customer service and continuous improvement.
· IT proficiency, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and project-planning software.
Desirable Experience & Qualifications
· Previous experience delivering work for United Utilities or within an AMP framework.
· Knowledge of wastewater treatment operations, storm overflow programmes, NEC contracts and framework delivery environments.
· Relevant construction or civil engineering qualification.
· SMSTS, appropriate CSCS card, First Aid at Work and a full UK driving licence.
What success looks like
· Safe, high-quality projects delivered to programme, budget and client expectations.
· Strong relationships with United Utilities and framework stakeholders.
· Engaged, accountable and high-performing delivery teams.
· Continuous improvement across Better Rivers and wastewater infrastructure schemes.
· Casey recognised as a trusted and collaborative AMP8 delivery partner.
What do you receive in return?
Competitive package - Competitive salary, car allowance and access to the Tusker Car Scheme.
Excellent financial benefits - Enhanced pension contributions and life assurance cover of 3x salary.
Generous holiday entitlement - 26 days holiday plus bank holidays, a Christmas shutdown, holiday purchase and sale options, and additional annual leave through our Casey Loyalty Scheme.
Health, wellbeing & development - Bupa Private Healthcare, Employee Assistance Programme, wellbeing initiatives, eye care benefits, access to our Casey Benefits portal, and ongoing learning through our online training platform.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
At The Casey Group, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and fairly. We actively promote good practice in eliminating discrimination and ensure our recruitment processes are transparent and based on skills, experience and potential. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are proud to build teams that reflect the communities we serve. If you require any adjustments during the process, please let us know.
Recruitment Agencies
Casey manages all recruitment in-house and does not accept speculative CVs from agencies. Any CVs sent to us without prior agreement, including those sent directly to hiring managers or other stakeholders within the business, will be considered a gift, and we will not be liable for any fees should we choose to engage with the candidate directly. CVs will only be accepted where prior authorisation has been given by Casey's Recruitment Partner.
Pay: £70,000.00-£80,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
