Senior Contracts Engineer

Millbank Holdings Ltd; Motherwell; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Millbank Holdings Ltd is seeking a Senior Contracts Engineer to deliver major piling and ground engineering projects across Scotland. The role combines technical leadership with project ownership and clear career progression within a growing specialist engineering environment.

You will lead complex civil engineering works across planning, design and construction, mentoring engineers and coordinating multidisciplinary teams, while sustaining high health, safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience delivering civil engineering projects.
• Strong communication skills with stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience coordinating and managing multiple teams/workstreams.
• Good commercial awareness and scheme cost management.
• Strong leadership to motivate teams and deliver safely.
• Proficient in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint and project management software.
• SSSTS or SMSTS certification.
• Valid CSCS card.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage piling and civil engineering activities through planning, design and construction phases.
• Develop and review project plans, specifications, cost estimates and delivery strategies.
• Coordinate with project managers, design engineers and multidisciplinary teams.
• Carry out site inspections to ensure compliance with specs, quality and regs.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to engineers and site teams.
• Prepare and present technical reports, project updates and proposals to stakeholders.
• Identify and mitigate risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage internal teams and subcontractors for resources and performance.
• Ensure construction activities comply with contractual obligations and design requirements.
• Develop and review method statements, risk assessments, ITPs and work package plans.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder comms

Team coordination

Project management

MS Office proficiency

Education

Civil Engineering Degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Project management software

Job description

Are you an experienced Senior Engineer or Contracts Engineer with a background in piling, ground engineering or civil engineering projects looking to take on greater responsibility?

Would the opportunity to lead complex engineering packages across major infrastructure and construction projects throughout Scotland be of interest to you?

Are you looking for a role that combines technical leadership, project ownership and genuine career progression within a growing specialist engineering environment?

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Contracts Engineer to support the delivery of major piling and ground engineering projects across Scotland. This role offers the chance to lead complex civil engineering works through planning, design and construction phases, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest standards of quality. Working across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure and construction projects, you will play a key role in driving project success while providing technical leadership and support to project teams.

Your duties and responsibilities will be

• Lead and manage piling and civil engineering activities throughout planning, design and construction phases.
• Develop and review project plans, specifications, cost estimates and delivery strategies.
• Coordinate with project managers, design engineers and multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Carry out site inspections and assessments to ensure compliance with specifications, quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to engineers and site teams.
• Prepare and present technical reports, project updates and proposals to key stakeholders.
• Identify and mitigate risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage internal teams and subcontractors to ensure effective resource allocation and project performance.
• Ensure all construction activities comply with contractual obligations, design requirements and project management plans.
• Develop and review method statements, risk assessments, ITPs and work package plans.
• Monitor project progress, productivity and programme performance, implementing corrective actions where required.
• Promote and maintain strong Health, Safety and Environmental standards, supporting a culture of Zero Harm.
• Manage project records, as-built information and handover documentation.
• Participate in client meetings and pre-contract discussions to support successful project delivery.

You will have the following qualifications & experience:

• 5+ years' experience within the construction industry, with a proven track record of delivering civil engineering projects.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience coordinating and managing multiple teams and workstreams.
• Good commercial awareness and experience managing scheme costs.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams and deliver results safely and efficiently.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and project management software.
• SSSTS or SMSTS certification.
• Valid CSCS card.

It’s great if you also have the following

• Experience working for a piling, ground engineering or civil engineering subcontractor.
• Civil Engineering Degree or equivalent qualification.

The setting for the role

This role supports projects across Scotland, with flexibility expected to work on projects throughout the region as business needs require. While the position is primarily site-based, there will also be opportunities to work from the Scotland head office in Motherwell during pre-construction phases, alongside flexibility for hybrid/home working where project requirements allow. Every effort will be made to align project assignments with the successful candidate's geographical location where possible.

Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate.

Millbank operates as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Senior Contracts Engineer

Company: Millbank Holdings Ltd

Salary: £40,000 to £64,200 a year

Hours: Full-time

Location: Motherwell, DE21 7BG

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 14 Oct 2026

Closing date: 12 Nov 2026

About Disability Confident Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.