Lead Construction Contracts Manager – Complex Projects

Murray Recruitment Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Contracts Manager for a pivotal role in delivering multiple specialist construction projects in the Central Belt of Scotland. The successful candidate will oversee project execution, ensuring safety, timeliness, and budget compliance. Key qualifications include experience managing multiple contracts and understanding NEC/JCT contracts. Offering competitive salary, pension contributions, and professional development opportunities, this position values integrity and staff well-being.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private pension with employer contribution

26 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Private healthcare scheme

Continuous training and development

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing multiple construction contracts independently.
• In-depth understanding of NEC/JCT contract forms and CDM regulations.
• Strong planning, organisational, and leadership skills.
• Financially astute with excellent written and verbal communication.
• Collaborative and client-focused approach to project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple contracts to achieve financial, safety, quality, and environmental objectives.
• Lead pre-contract planning and liaise with estimators.
• Ensure compliance with safety plans, method statements, and risk assessments.
• Provide contractual, legal, and technical support to teams.
• Monitor budgets and financial control across all contracts.

Skills

Managing multiple construction contracts

Understanding of NEC/JCT contract forms

Planning and organisational skills

Financial acumen

Communication skills

Collaborative approach

Education

Degree/NVQ Level 5 in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Professional memberships (MICE, CEng, MCIOB, or ICorr)

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Contracts Manager for a pivotal role in delivering multiple specialist construction projects in the Central Belt of Scotland. The successful candidate will oversee project execution, ensuring safety, timeliness, and budget compliance. Key qualifications include experience managing multiple contracts and understanding NEC/JCT contracts. Offering competitive salary, pension contributions, and professional development opportunities, this position values integrity and staff well-being.