Contracts Manager

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

Job summary

A leading main contractor in Scotland is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee the delivery of multiple construction projects valued between £5m to £30m. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in main contracting, strong leadership skills, and the ability to drive quality and performance. This role offers a competitive salary, excellent bonus potential, and the chance to work on diverse projects.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Excellent bonus potential

Opportunity to work with diverse projects

Qualifications

• Proven track record in main contracting, ideally managing projects valued between £10m-£30m.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple teams effectively.
• Commercially astute, proactive, and driven by successful project outcomes.
• Excellent communication and client management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of multiple construction projects concurrently.
• Lead and support project teams to achieve programme, quality, and financial targets.
• Foster positive relationships with clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Monitor progress, budgets, and resources, ensuring compliance with contract requirements.
• Proactively identify risks and opportunities for improvement.

Skills

Leadership skills

Organisational skills

Client management

Risk management

Communication skills

Job description

Contract Scotland is working closely with a well-established main contractor to source an experienced Contracts Manager to support their strong pipeline of diverse projects. Based in Fife, they deliver work across the Central Belt and beyond, spanning sectors such as industrial, retail, commercial, and distilleries, with project values typically ranging from £5m to £30m.

As Contracts Manager, you'll play a key role in the successful delivery of multiple high-profile projects, driving quality, safety, and performance at every stage.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of multiple construction projects concurrently.
• Lead and support project teams to achieve programme, quality, and financial targets.
• Foster positive relationships with clients, consultants, and subcontractors, ensuring smooth collaboration and communication.
• Monitor progress, budgets, and resources, ensuring compliance with contract requirements.
• Proactively identify risks and opportunities, driving continuous improvement across all projects.

About you

• Proven track record in main contracting, ideally managing projects valued between £10m-£30m.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple teams effectively.
• Commercially astute, proactive, and driven by successful project outcomes.
• Excellent communication and client management skills.

What’s on offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Excellent bonus potential.
• Opportunity to work with a busy main contractor with a strong pipeline of diverse projects.

If you're a results-focused Contracts Manager seeking your next challenge, apply now!

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