Contracts Manager

Peace Recruitment; Dundee; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction contractor is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager for a permanent position in Dundee. The role involves managing and overseeing construction contracts, ensuring compliance with legal and project requirements. Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of UK construction law, excellent negotiation skills, and relevant qualifications like RICS or CIOB. This position offers competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for career progression in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Long-term career progression

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager in the construction sector.
• Strong understanding of UK construction law and contract types.
• Experience in managing budgets and claims on construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of construction contracts to ensure compliance.
• Develop and negotiate contracts with clients and subcontractors.
• Monitor project budgets and commercial performance.

Skills

Contracts management

Negotiation

Communication

Leadership

Commercial management

Education

RICS qualification

CIOB certification

Job description

Contracts Manager

We are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to join a well-established main contractor delivering high-quality construction projects across Scotland. This permanent role offers the opportunity to lead and manage contracts on a range of high-profile developments in the Dundee area.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all aspects of construction contracts, ensuring compliance with legal, commercial, and project requirements.
• Develop, review, and negotiate contracts with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Monitor project budgets, costs, variations, and commercial performance.
• Provide strategic commercial advice to senior management and project teams.
• Manage risk, claims, and dispute resolution effectively to protect the business.
• Liaise closely with project managers, site teams, and stakeholders to ensure contractual obligations are met.
• Ensure all documentation, reporting, and contract records are accurate and up-to-date.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager in the construction sector (main contracting background preferred).
• Strong understanding of UK construction law, contract types, and commercial management best practices.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and leadership skills.
• Experience managing budgets, claims, and variations on complex construction projects.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g. RICS, CIOB or equivalent).

What’s on Offer

• Permanent position with a respected and financially stable contractor.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to lead commercial operations on significant projects in Dundee.
• Supportive working environment with long-term career progression.

This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced Contracts Manager looking to take ownership of commercial delivery and drive successful project outcomes. Apply today to join a professional and ambitious team.