Job Advert
Summary
Caddick Civil Engineering is a key division of the Caddick Group, specializing in delivering high-quality civil engineering projects across Residential, Industrial, and Commercial markets. With a focus on innovation, collaboration, and safety, we are committed to delivering exceptional results for our clients. Joining Caddick means being part of a family-owned business that prioritizes excellence, teamwork, and career growth opportunities.
We are seeking a Contracts Manager to oversee civil engineering projects in Wakefield & surrounding areas. In this role, you will lead all project activities and teams to ensure work is delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest standards. You will also play a key part in maintaining strong client relationships, ensuring satisfaction and confidence that supports future opportunities.
What You’ll Do
Project Leadership & Delivery
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Plan, manage and coordinate projects, ensuring programmes are detailed, realistic and delivered on time.
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Oversee procurement, materials reconciliation and subcontractor engagement to maximise value and minimise delays.
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Ensure all contractual obligations are understood and fulfilled across assigned sites.
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Lead weekly progress, budget and planning reviews, producing accurate progress reports, cost updates and forecasts.
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Manage design requirements, risk registers and project documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
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Ensure timely and defect‑free handovers, supported by robust quality control, snagging and close‑out processes.
Commercial & Financial Management
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Develop and monitor commercial plans, forecasts and cost‑value reconciliations each month.
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Ensure compliant commercial practices, correct subcontractor engagement and appropriate management of retentions.
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Support tenders and negotiations with accurate, commercially sound input.
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Liaise with the commercial team on contract, insurance and legal matters.
Health, Safety, Quality & Environment
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Champion a strong health, safety and environmental culture through visible leadership and compliance with company procedures.
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Allocate SHE responsibilities, ensure training needs are met and maintain site documentation to required standards.
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Oversee subcontractor compliance and ensure sites meet all regulatory requirements, including NRSWA, HAUC and Chapter 8.
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Implement quality assurance processes including ITPs, QA file management and best‑practice standards.
Stakeholder & Client Engagement
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Build strong relationships with clients, residents and external partners, ensuring excellent communication and minimal community impact.
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Chair meetings, lead presentations and maintain high‑quality project records.
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Manage expectations by providing clear communication of progress and realistic handover dates.
Leadership & People Development
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Coach, mentor and support staff to improve performance, carrying out appraisals and identifying training needs.
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Support company initiatives and client commitments in collaboration with internal functions.
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Undertake any reasonable duties to ensure the effective running of the business.
What We’re Looking For
Skills and Experience
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Extensive experience of managing projects within Caddick’s portfolio.
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Good working knowledge of contract conditions, CDM regulations, design management, programme and risk management and cost control including forecasting, actual cost and value reporting.
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Proficient in the use of MS Office including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerProject.
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Knowledge of the NEC contract including the Early Warning and Compensation Event mechanisms.
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Experience of Pre-Qualification and Tendering process for a number of multi-discipline projects.
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Educated as a minimum to HNC/HND/Degree level (or equivalent i.e. NVQ Level 6).
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MCIOB or MICE, or equivalent (desirable).
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NEBOSH Construction Certificate (desirable).
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SMSTS or IOSH.
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CSCS Managers Card (Black Card).
Personal Attributes
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Excellent people management skills with the ability to influence and mentor.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with both customers and all levels.
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Problem solving skills and analytical thinking.
Why Join Caddick Group?
Competitive Compensation and Benefits:
We offer a competitive salary package and comprehensive benefits to support your career.
Career Growth:
As part of a growing organization, you’ll have clear opportunities for professional development and progression.
A People-Centred Approach:
We prioritize collaboration, integrity, and long-term partnerships, making Caddick Group a great place to grow your career.
Disability Confident Employer
Caddick Construction is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunities and an inclusive recruitment process for all.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Caddick Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of background, identity, or status.
Caddick Group Benefits
Health and Wellbeing:
24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family, plus cancer awareness initiatives including PSA testing and breast cancer awareness sessions.
Birthday Day Off:
Enjoy a discretionary day off each year to celebrate your birthday.
Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme:
Purchase up to 5 additional days of holiday and spread the cost throughout the year.
Caddick Hub:
Exclusive colleague discounts on groceries, holidays, technology and entertainment.
Enhanced Family Friendly Leave:
Enhanced parental, maternity and paternity leave.
Ride to Work Scheme:
Tax and NI savings of up to 47% on a new bike and accessories.
Pension:
5% employer pension contribution.
Continuous Professional Development:
Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
Private Healthcare & Medicash:
Private healthcare scheme (benefit in kind).
Life Assurance:
Death-in-service cover of up to 4x salary, valid up to age 70.
