Major Projects Manager

We’re looking for a Major Projects Delivery Lead to join our team. In this strategic, high-impact role, you’ll take full ownership of major construction projects from initial tender through to contract delivery, driving commercial success while upholding the Brett Promise of quality, safety, and sustainability.

About the Role

You will be the key figure responsible for securing, negotiating, and delivering complex material supply contracts on large-scale infrastructure and construction projects. From building early relationships with specifiers and designers to managing contract execution and ensuring financial and operational alignment, this role spans the entire project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of major projects, from tendering and bid preparation through to execution and close-out.

• Develop and implement commercial strategies to position Brett as a supplier of choice.

• Build early engagement with specifiers, designers, and contractors to influence project outcomes and secure material supply.

• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and MDs to ensure project commitments are achievable and aligned with business capabilities.

• Produce and lead compelling bids for major contracts, ensuring competitive positioning and high win rates.

• Manage contract terms and negotiations (NEC, JCT, FIDIC, bespoke), ensuring compliance and risk management across legal, financial, and operational domains.

• Oversee budget planning, forecasting, cost control, and cash flow throughout the project lifecycle.

• Provide leadership in managing contract claims, variations, and dispute resolution processes.

• Foster and maintain a strategic network of key clients, contractors, and consultants.

About You

Essential:

• Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering or Construction Materials.

• Strong understanding of end-to-end project management in major infrastructure or construction contracts.

• Proven experience managing material supply contracts within complex, multi-stakeholder environments.

• Demonstrated commercial acumen and excellent negotiation skills.

• Deep knowledge of construction materials and low-carbon product specifications.

• SHE leadership and commitment to creating a strong safety culture.

Desirable:

• Experience in bid assessment and negotiation for Tier 1 / Tier 2 contractors.

• Familiarity with NEC3/4 contract administration and delivery.

• Financial project modelling and optimisation experience.

• Effective marketing and presentation skills.

• A strong network of industry contacts across clients, contractors, and specifiers. 

Brett Group operates a preferred supplier list and does not accept agency CVs, unless specifically engaged to work on the role in writing by the People Team. Please do not forward CVs to our recruiters, employees or any other location with the Brett Group. Brett Group will not be responsible for any fees relating to unsolicited CVs or candidate profiles. Furthermore, Brett Group will only accept CVs submitted through our applicant tracking system, any and all CVs sent via email will be immediately deleted and shall not be subject to any agency terms or associated fees.

Should you wish to work with us now or in the future please email the recruitment team at [email protected]