Contracts Manager

Clarkson Owens Recruitment; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Aberdeen is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee multiple civil engineering projects. The successful candidate will ensure projects are delivered safely and profitably, while leading teams and managing client relationships. A strong background in contracts management and civil engineering is essential. This position offers competitive salary and benefits, including a company vehicle and private health care.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company Vehicle

Private Health Care

Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager in civil engineering.
• Strong understanding of NEC contracts.
• Commercially astute with financial awareness.
• Ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery of civil engineering contracts.
• Serve as main contact for clients and subcontractors.
• Monitor project progress and financial performance.
• Foster a positive safety culture.

Skills

Contracts management

Civil engineering

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Financial awareness

Education

Technical qualification in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Overview

We are working alongside a reputable contractor based in Aberdeen who is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Contracts Manager to oversee multiple civil engineering projects from pre-construction to completion. The successful candidate will play a key leadership role, ensuring that contracts are delivered safely, efficiently, and profitably, in line with company standards and client expectations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the delivery of multiple civil engineering contracts, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, specifications, and health and safety regulations
• Lead project planning, programming, and coordination of labour, subcontractors, plant, and materials
• Serve as the main point of contact for clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams
• Monitor project progress and financial performance, identifying and mitigating risks and resolving issues as they arise
• Ensure timely reporting on project milestones, costs, resourcing, and health and safety performance
• Assist in tender reviews, contract negotiation, and the development of project delivery strategies
• Foster a positive safety culture and uphold company standards across all operational activities
• Support and develop site teams, ensuring high levels of performance and morale
• Monitor staff performance and undertake staff appraisals
• Agree and deliver on KPI's and annual targets

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager (or similar senior project management role) in the civil engineering and/or multi-utility sector
• Proven track record in successfully delivering civil engineering projects
• Strong understanding of NEC and other standard forms of contract
• Sound knowledge of construction methods, planning and health and safety regulations
• Commercially astute with excellent financial and contractual awareness
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively
• Display a positive attitude, strong work ethic and be self-motivated and able to work independently or within a team
• Excellent working knowledge of MS Office packages
• Full UK driving licence
• Legal right to work in the UK without restrictions (no sponsorship available)
• Technical qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field would be beneficial

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience and role
• Company Vehicle
• Private Health Care
• Pension
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Ongoing training and development
• A supportive working environment with a growing company