Contract Manager

Piling Recruitment Group Ltd; Cumbernauld; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Piling Recruitment Group Ltd is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to lead piling and ground engineering projects across Scotland. The role combines office-based coordination with regular travel to project sites to ensure timely, safe, and cost-effective delivery.

Ideal candidates will have proven contracts management experience in piling, strong leadership and communication skills, and a willingness to travel as required. Permanent role with a competitive package.

Qualifications

• Experience as Contracts Manager or Project Manager in piling or ground engineering.
• Good technical knowledge of piling methods, ideally including restricted access piling.
• Strong commercial awareness and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Managing piling contracts from award through to completion.
• Ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.
• Coordinating site teams, labour, plant and subcontractors.
• Monitoring project costs, programmes and commercial performance.
• Attending client meetings and carrying out regular site visits.
• Overseeing RAMS, technical documentation and quality standards.
• Building strong client relationships and identifying new opportunities.

Skills

Contracts management

Piling methods knowledge

Site leadership

Client relationship management

Travel willingness

Job description

Contracts Manager - Piling & Ground Engineering

Location: Scotland (Travel Required)

Salary: Competitive Package

Job Type: Permanent

Piling Recruitment Group is recruiting an experienced Contracts Manager on behalf of an established specialist piling and ground engineering contractor.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a reputable business, managing multiple piling and restricted access projects while supporting the continued growth of its Scottish operations.

The Role

• Managing piling contracts from award through to completion.
• Ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.
• Coordinating site teams, labour, plant and subcontractors.
• Monitoring project costs, programmes and commercial performance.
• Attending client meetings and carrying out regular site visits.
• Overseeing RAMS, technical documentation and quality standards.
• Building strong client relationships and identifying new opportunities.

The Candidate

• Experience as a Contracts Manager or Project Manager within piling or ground engineering.
• Good technical knowledge of piling methods, ideally including restricted access piling.
• Strong commercial awareness and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as required.

The Opportunity

• A permanent position with an established specialist contractor offering a competitive salary and benefits package.
• The role will involve a combination of office-based responsibilities and regular travel to project sites.