Contracts Manager

Galliford Try; Dundee; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Contracts Manager to oversee projects within the Water Industry. This role offers the chance to lead a talented team, ensuring effective delivery across multiple sites in East Scotland. You will be responsible for managing commercial aspects, fostering strong relationships with stakeholders, and promoting a culture of safety and excellence. Join a company that values integrity and collaboration, providing opportunities for career growth and professional development. If you are passionate about making a difference and have the skills to drive success, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Pension scheme

Private medical options

Professional memberships

Flexible working options

Training and career development

Discounts

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with NEC contracts in water/sewage industries.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage project delivery outputs and ensure compliance with client standards.
• Develop strong contractual and financial controls with the Commercial team.

Skills

Commercial Awareness

Leadership Skills

Project Management

Relationship Building

Education

ONC/HNC/B.Eng or NVQ

Tools

NEC Contracts

CSCS Card

IOSH or CITB SMSTS Certification

Job description

Job Description

Note for Recruitment Agencies:

We prefer to hire directly and will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if this role is eligible for release.

We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies; if speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable. Please direct all queries to the relevant Resourcing Partner.

Contracts Manager – Environment Scotland

East of Scotland

What you will be doing:

An opportunity has arisen for a Contracts Manager to join the team at Galliford Try.

You will work on our Scottish Water Frameworks within our Environment Business, experienced in delivering schemes of varying sizes, mainly for the Water Industry, across Treatment Waste and Water schemes.

Ideally, you will be based in or around Dundee and will have the opportunity to travel across multiple sites/projects in the region.

As Contracts Manager, you will be part of the Senior Management Team, delivering a programme of works across East Scotland, with responsibilities including reporting within Galliford Try and to the client, providing clear direction at all levels.

You will be responsible for all commercial aspects of the programme, developing strong contractual and financial controls with the Commercial team to ensure cost control and cash management.

You will manage project delivery outputs, including programme, financial position, health and safety, environmental performance, and progress for all schemes. Managing multiple projects concurrently to meet KPIs is essential.

This role involves liaising with suppliers, subcontractors, in-house teams, and site teams to ensure resources are allocated effectively and client requirements are met. Flexibility, resilience, and relationship-building skills are crucial, along with strong ethical standards.

Entrepreneurial initiative is valued; you will develop new opportunities within the Framework and lead in pre-construction tenders, promoting continuous improvement and innovation, ensuring compliance with client standards.

Creating a safe and collaborative working environment prioritizing health and safety is a key responsibility.

About You:

You should possess industry-relevant ONC/HNC/B.Eng or NVQ qualifications and extensive experience with NEC contracts in water/sewage industries. A CSCS card and IOSH or CITB SMSTS certification are required.

A high level of commercial awareness and technical operational knowledge is essential to make successful decisions.

Strong leadership, team development skills, and the ability to communicate and influence at all levels are necessary. Key attributes include:

• Understanding and promoting company values
• Organized, professional, and passionate about excellence
• Flexible, resilient, and relationship-oriented
• Dedicated to customer service and enthusiastic in your role

What We Can Offer in Return:

Join a leading contractor with an order book over £3.8 billion, working on high-profile projects offering stability and career growth. We foster a supportive environment focused on wellbeing, training, and career development, including flexible working options.

Our benefits include generous holiday entitlement, discounts, pension, share schemes, private medical options, and professional memberships.

About us:

Galliford Try, awarded Contractor of the Year, aims to deliver lasting change through infrastructure projects, valuing integrity, collaboration, and community impact.

For more information or to apply, contact Ryan De Stadler at [e-mail].

Additional Information:

We support flexible working arrangements and encourage applications from diverse candidates, including those with disabilities, offering interview accommodations as needed.

Our Environment Business provides comprehensive asset delivery across the UK and Scotland, with recent significant projects on the AMP7 Frameworks for various water authorities.