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August 5, 2025
Contracts Manager
Westhill, Aberdeenshire
Full Time / Permanent
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Nicol of Skene, a well-established civil engineering, multi-utility and directional drilling construction company based in Westhill, Aberdeen is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Contracts Manager to oversee multiple civil engineering projects from pre-construction to completion.
The successful candidate will play a key leadership role, ensuring that contracts are delivered safely, efficiently, and profitably, in line with company standards and client expectations.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage and oversee the delivery of multiple civil engineering contracts, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, specifications, and health and safety regulations
* Lead project planning, programming, and coordination of labour, subcontractors, plant, and materials
* Serve as the main point of contact for clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams
* Monitor project progress and financial performance, identifying and mitigating risks and resolving issues as they arise
* Ensure timely reporting on project milestones, costs, resourcing, and health and safety performance
* Assist in tender reviews, contract negotiation, and the development of project delivery strategies
* Foster a positive safety culture and uphold company standards across all operational activities
* Support and develop site teams, ensuring high levels of performance and morale
* Monitor staff performance and undertake staff appraisals
* Agree and deliver on KPI’s and annual targets
Benefits And Perks
* Competitive salary based on experience and role
* Company Vehicle
* Private Health Care
* Pension
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Ongoing training and development
* A supportive working environment with a growing company
Company Culture
Nicol of Skene Ltd has been in business for over 40 years. A family run company who now directly employ over 100 colleagues across Scotland. With an extensive portfolio of works having recently completed projects at the new Aberdeen Harbour expansion project, Balmoral Gardens for King Charles III, multiple infrastructure projects and completing HDD works in Shetland and the West Coast of Scotland, the diverse workload of Nicol’s delivers amazing projects in challenging conditions.
Please send CV’s to careers@nicolofskene.com
Only applicants who have the Right to Work in the UK will be considered at this time as no sponsorship will be offered.
Phone 01224 744473 for further information or enquiries
Requirements
* Proven experience as a Contracts Manager (or similar senior project management role) in the civil engineering and/or multi-utility sector
* Proven track record in successfully delivering civil engineering projects
* Strong understanding of NEC and other standard forms of contract
* Sound knowledge of construction methods, planning and health and safety regulations
* Commercially astute with excellent financial and contractual awareness
* Exceptional leadership, communication, and negotiation skills
* Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively
* Display a positive attitude, strong work ethic and be self-motivated and able to work independently or within a team
* Excellent working knowledge of MS Office packages
* Full UK driving licence
* Legal right to work in the UK without restrictions (no sponsorship available)
* Technical qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field would be beneficial
Contracts Manager
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We’re looking for someone motivated and experienced to join our team.
Westhill, Aberdeenshire
Full Time / Permanent
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