Contracts Manager

Breedon Group plc; Rothes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension Scheme

Company car or cash allowance

25 days annual leave

Job summary

Breedon Group plc is seeking a Contracts Manager to oversee surfacing operations across Grampian. The role is field-based, leading surfacing squads, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and to high quality standards.

You will work with operations teams and subcontractors to drive performance and growth while upholding a strong health and safety culture. You will maintain client relationships, monitor financials, and provide leadership across multiple sites, contributing to the

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience leading surfacing project delivery for local authorities or strategic road networks.
• Strong commercial awareness with ability to manage budgets and contract performance.
• Excellent organisational skills and thorough documentation management.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop teams; build stakeholder relationships.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills across all levels.
• Analytical mindset to interpret operational and financial data for decisions.
• Commitment to health, safety, wellbeing and environmental compliance.
• A technical qualification and/or professional membership is desirable.
• SMSTS certification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead safe, efficient delivery of asphalt surfacing contracts on varied projects.
• Manage contract performance to meet time, budget, and quality targets.
• Develop strong relationships with customers, authorities, subcontractors and stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to grow volume, customers, and profitability.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and company policies.
• Monitor performance against annual plans and targets.
• Provide leadership to operational teams and drive continuous improvement.
• Maintain records and reporting for contract management and decision-making.
• Implement process improvements to boost efficiency and service.

Skills

Team leadership

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Health & safety

Communication & negotiation

Data analysis

Contract management

Attention to detail

Education

Technical qualification or professional membership

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Application Deadline

16 October 2026

Department

Operations and Maintenance

Location

Netherglen Quarry, Elgin

Description

About Breedon Group:

Breedon Group plc is a leading vertically integrated construction materials group in Great Britain, Ireland, and the USA. We're dedicated to providing high-quality materials and services for the construction industry, with a commitment to safety, sustainability, and innovation. Joining Breedon means becoming part of a team that values excellence and is committed to making a positive impact.

Location:

This role can be based in either Kintore, Aberdeenshire or Rothes, Moray.

Position Overview:

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Contracts Manager will be responsible for the successful delivery of surfacing operations across Grampian. This field-based role involves overseeing surfacing squads and ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on time, and to the highest quality standards.

Working closely with operational teams and subcontractors, the Contracts Manager will play a key role in driving business performance, maintaining strong client relationships, and identifying opportunities for growth. The successful candidate will provide visible leadership across multiple sites, championing a positive health, safety, and wellbeing culture while supporting the continued development of the surfacing business throughout the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the safe and efficient delivery of asphalt surfacing contracts across a range of public highway, residential, commercial, and industrial projects
• Manage contract performance to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers, local authorities, subcontractors, and other key stakeholders
• Drive business performance by identifying opportunities to increase volume, grow the customer base, and improve profitability
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, environmental, and company policies, promoting a positive safety culture throughout the business
• Monitor operational and financial performance against annual business plans and agreed targets
• Provide leadership, guidance, and support to operational teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability
• Maintain accurate records, documentation, and reporting to support effective contract management and decision-making
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and customer service.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Demonstrable experience leading the delivery of surfacing activities within either a local authority or strategic road network environment
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to manage budgets, costs, and contract performance effectively
• Excellent organisational skills with a high level of attention to detail and strong document management capabilities
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams while building effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the confidence to engage at all levels of an organisation
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret operational and financial data to support decision-making
• Commitment to promoting and maintaining high standards of health, safety, wellbeing, and environmental compliance
• A relevant technical qualification and/or membership of a recognised professional institution is desirable
• SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) certification is desirable.

Benefits

• A tailored, competitive salary
• Company Pension Scheme
• Company car or cash allowance
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays on top
• Share Saver Scheme participation
• Company Life Assurance Scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support
• Discounts on a wide range of products through our employee benefits platform
• Broad learning opportunities and career progression pathways.

Diversity Statement

At Breedon Group, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued. We believe in equality of opportunity for all and encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates.

Join Us

If you're looking for a role that challenges you, offers progression, and contributes to building better futures, we'd love to hear from you. This position is an opportunity to grow your career within a supportive and dynamic environment at Breedon Group.