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Contract Manager
Job summary
A reputable construction firm in Scotland seeks an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee ground investigation and geotechnical projects. The ideal candidate will possess proven project management experience, particularly in relevant sectors such as highways and energy. You will lead client meetings, manage project documentation, and ensure successful delivery of projects while demonstrating strong communication and organisational skills. Travel to various office locations is expected.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in contracts or project management, ideally within ground investigation or geotechnical works.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Responsibilities
- Set up and manage ground investigation and geotechnical projects.
- Attend and lead client meetings.
- Prepare and review project documentation including RAMS and project briefings.
- Create, update, and manage project programmes.
Skills
Acero Construction is recruiting on behalf of a well-established and reputable client following the successful award of works across the National Highways framework. The business delivers projects within the energy, water and rail sectors and is now seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to join the team.
You will be responsible for the setup and day-to-day management of ground investigation and geotechnical projects, working closely with clients and internal commercial teams to ensure successful project delivery.
- Set up and manage ground investigation and geotechnical projects
- Attend and lead client meetings
- Prepare and review project documentation including RAMS and project briefings
- Create, update, and manage project programmes
- Manage project changes and client notices alongside the commercial team and quantity surveyors
- Prepare basic applications and invoices
- Proven experience in contracts or project management, ideally within ground investigation or geotechnical works
- Experience working within highways, energy, water, or rail sectors
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Willingness to travel regularly to office locations
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