Contracts Manager

Bell Building Projects Ltd; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent construction company in Glasgow is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee multiple construction projects. You will be responsible for managing contracts, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and maintaining client relationships. Ideal candidates will have significant experience with a main contractor and relevant certifications. The company offers competitive salary, generous benefits, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous pension scheme

Discretionary performance-based bonuses

32 days of holiday

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Proven Contracts Manager experience with a main contractor.
• Strong understanding of JCT/NEC contracts and UK Health & Safety regulations.
• Qualifications such as RICS/CIOB Membership and NVQ/SVQ L6/L7.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple contracts and manage schedules.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Monitor budgets and manage subcontractor payments.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Risk management

Commercial awareness

Stakeholder management

Education

SMSTS certification

CSCS (Black)

First Aid certification

IOSH/NEBOSH

Job description

Overview

Contracts Manager - Glasgow

Location(s): Glasgow

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

The Role

As a Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing multiple construction projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality and safety standards. You will manage contracts, coordinate site teams, liaise with clients and stakeholders, and implement company policies. Your role will involve strategic planning, risk management, and ensuring compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Project & Contract Management: Oversee multiple contracts, manage schedules, ensure timely and quality project delivery, and coordinate site teams.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure adherence to regulations, conduct audits, and promote a strong safety culture.
• Financial & Commercial Management: Monitor budgets, manage subcontractor payments, oversee cost control, and review procurement plans.
• Client & Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the main contact, maintain client relationships, resolve disputes, and represent the company in meetings.
• Quality Control & Compliance: Ensure work meets quality standards, conduct risk assessments, and comply with industry regulations.
• Team Leadership & Development: Mentor and guide teams, provide training, and foster a productive work environment.

Who We\'re Looking For

• Experience: Proven Contracts Manager experience with a main contractor, managing multiple projects, including faade remediation and cladding (preferred).
• Qualifications & Training: SMSTS, CSCS (Black), First Aid, Temporary Works Coordinator, Fire Safety Awareness, Working at Height, NVQ/SVQ L6/L7, IOSH/NEBOSH, RICS/CIOB Membership, Scaffold Inspection, Asbestos Awareness.
• Knowledge & Skills: Strong understanding of JCT/NEC contracts, UK Health & Safety regulations (CDM 2015), fire safety, risk management, sustainability (BREEAM, Net Zero), dispute resolution, and commercial awareness.
• Competencies: Strong leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management, problem-solving, IT literacy, ability to work under pressure, mentoring experience, and strategic partnership building.

Why Join BBP?

Join a company with 40 years of industry excellence and a strong future pipeline. We offer a competitive salary, a generous pension scheme, income protection, and death in service benefits. Enjoy annual salary reviews, discretionary performance-based bonuses, and 32 days of holiday with a flexible bank holiday scheme. We actively support professional development and training, and business mileage is reimbursed. Our offices are fully accessible, ensuring an inclusive workplace for all.

Diversity & Inclusion

Bell Building Projects is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are dedicated to ensuring that our recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion practices are free from bias, offering fair access to all qualified candidates. Selection decisions are made based on skills, qualifications, and experience, and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Bell Building Projects values diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

How to Apply

Applications are open to eligible UK residents. If you\'re ready to take the next step in your career, we\'d love to hear from you!

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