Contract Manager

Yoh; Scotland; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electrical engineering organisation is seeking an experienced HV Contracts Manager in Aberdeen. In this strategic role, you'll manage HV operations, develop new business opportunities and build your own team. The position requires strong technical knowledge of HV systems with a competitive salary package plus bonus. Great opportunity for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company benefits

Clear progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing HV projects within an engineering environment.
• Minimum 5 years’ management experience required.
• Health & Safety qualification (IOSH, SMSTS) essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead all HV operations ensuring compliance with standards.
• Recruit and develop a high-performing team.
• Identify and develop new HV business opportunities.

Skills

Managing HV projects

Technical knowledge of HV systems

Commercial awareness

Education

Electrical Engineering qualification (HNC, HND, or Degree)

Job description

HV Contracts Manager – Aberdeen

Location : Aberdeen

Job Type : Full-time, Permanent

Salary : £57,000 + Bonus

We’re looking for an experienced HV Contracts Manager to lead and grow High Voltage (HV) operations in Aberdeen.

This is a unique opportunity for the first hire in the region — giving you the chance to build your own team, shape business growth, and take ownership of project delivery, client relationships, and operational success.

The Role

As HV Contracts Manager, you’ll :

• Lead all HV operations, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and company standards
• Define project scopes, allocate resources, and manage delivery from tender through to completion
• Identify and develop new HV business opportunities, prepare quotations, and manage client accounts
• Typical contract management will vary in value from small works to larger maintenance contracts.
• Typical HV equipment knowledge such as circuit breakers and transformers will be valuable when pulling together quotes and tendering for larger projects
• Recruit, coach, and develop a high-performing team as the business grows
• Support the Operations Manager in setting strategic goals and driving profitability

About the Company

A leading electrical engineering organisation delivering design, installation, maintenance, and service solutions across the power generation, renewables, oil & gas, utilities, and industrial sectors.

With a strong technical reputation and national presence, the company offers full lifecycle support — from initial design and commissioning to long-term maintenance — underpinned by robust quality, safety, and environmental standards (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001).

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience managing HV projects or operations within an engineering or electrical contracting environment
• Strong technical knowledge of HV systems and sound commercial awareness
• Minimum 5 years’ management experience
• Electrical Engineering qualification (HNC, HND, or Degree) desirable
• IOSH, SMSTS, or equivalent Health & Safety qualification essential

What’s on Offer

• The chance to establish and lead a new HV team in Aberdeen
• Career-defining role with full support from a national engineering business
• Competitive salary, company benefits, and clear progression opportunities