Contract Manager / Project Manager – (8–10 Week Contract)
Glasgow City Centre | Immediate Start
We’re looking for an experienced Contract Manager / Project Manager with strong public realm experience to support the successful completion of a city‑centre project in Glasgow. This is a short‑term assignment (approx. 8–10 weeks) providing additional leadership to bring the project home to the highest standards.
You’ll be stepping into a live environment, managing a team of around 20 operatives and coordinating with subcontractors, while maintaining a strong working relationship with the client.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee day‑to‑day delivery of public realm works in a busy city‑centre environment
Ensure high standards of health & safety, quality and workmanship
Manage labour, subcontractors and sequencing of works
Lead hard and soft landscaping activities through to completion
Maintain a positive, professional relationship with the client team (Glasgow City Council)
Provide clear reporting, problem‑solving and site leadership
What You’ll Need
Proven experience delivering public realm or high‑quality urban environment projects
Strong leadership and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple trades and a workforce of approx. 20 operatives
SMSTS (or higher) and strong H&S knowledge
Experience with both hard and soft landscaping
Personable, client‑facing and able to build rapport quickly
To apply, send your CV to: (url removed) Or simply apply here and I’ll be in touch.
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