Contract Manager

Search; Scotland; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected civil engineering contractor in Scotland is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to lead multiple projects across Aberdeen and the wider North East region. The role includes overseeing project delivery, managing site teams, and maintaining client relationships. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in civil engineering or infrastructure and strong leadership skills. Competitive salary and long-term career development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary and package including car/car allowance

Long-term career development

Supportive and collaborative company culture

Varied project opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager, Project Manager, or Senior Site Manager within civil engineering or infrastructure.
• Ability to motivate teams and manage client relationships.
• Understanding of NEC or similar contracts.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects from pre-construction through to handover.
• Lead site teams and ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Monitor programme and financial performance across all projects.

Skills

Strong leadership and communication skills

Commercial awareness

Project delivery

Job description

We're working with a respected and well-established civil engineering contractor with a strong reputation across the North of Scotland. Due to continued growth and a healthy pipeline of infrastructure and groundworks projects, they are now looking to appoint an experienced Contracts Manager to lead multiple projects across the Aberdeen and wider North East region.

As Contracts Manager, you'll oversee the successful delivery of a portfolio of civil engineering projects – ensuring work is completed safely, on time, and to budget. You'll take ownership of client relationships, manage site teams, and provide strategic input to drive operational excellence and commercial performance.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects from pre-construction through to handover.
• Lead site teams and ensure compliance with company procedures, health & safety, and quality standards.
• Develop strong working relationships with clients, consultants, and stakeholders.
• Monitor programme, progress, and financial performance across all projects.
• Identify risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.
• Support business growth and continuous improvement across operations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager, Project Manager, or Senior Site Manager within civil engineering or infrastructure.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate teams.
• Sound commercial awareness and understanding of NEC or similar contracts.
• Track record delivering projects such as roads, drainage, groundworks, or utilities.
• Based in or able to commute to the Aberdeen / North East Scotland area.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and package including car/car allowance.
• Long‑term career development with a stable, reputable contractor.
• Supportive and collaborative company culture.
• Opportunity to deliver varied, challenging civil engineering projects across the region.

If you're an experienced civils professional looking to take the next step into a senior operational role with a trusted regional contractor, we'd love to hear from you.

For details, please contact Jamie Nicholson using the details provided, or click the "apply now" link.

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