Contracts Manager: Lead UK Construction Projects

Activus - Recruitment & Marketing; Scotland; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical care

30 days holiday

Job summary

Activus Recruitment on behalf of a well-established UK construction company based in Aberdeenshire is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to lead projects across the UK. You will own assigned contracts, manage resources, staff and subcontractors, ensure delivery to time, budget and quality standards, and maintain client satisfaction while upholding safety and company procedures.

You will collaborate with commercial teams, oversee planning, programmes and cost control, and drive continuous

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing construction projects and teams.
• Strong understanding of CDM Regulations, HSE, quality, and commercial management.
• Skilled in planning, resource allocation, and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple projects safely, promoting a zero-accident culture.
• Plan, allocate, and monitor labour, plant and materials.
• Ensure quality standards and client requirements are consistently met.
• Manage and develop operatives, supervisors, and subcontractors.
• Oversee budgets, costs, and recovery to maximise profitability.
• Support business development and tendering activities.
• Prepare and maintain programmes for construction works.

Skills

Construction management

CDM knowledge

Resource planning

Stakeholder management

Travel UK

Job description

Activus Recruitment on behalf of a well-established UK construction company based in Aberdeenshire is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to lead projects across the UK. You will own assigned contracts, manage resources, staff and subcontractors, ensure delivery to time, budget and quality standards, and maintain client satisfaction while upholding safety and company procedures.

You will collaborate with commercial teams, oversee planning, programmes and cost control, and drive continuous