Location: Falkirk, Scotland
We're seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to take overall responsibility for the delivery of multiple construction projects. You will manage all aspects of the contract, from planning and resourcing to financial control, client liaison, and team leadership, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
This is a pivotal role where your leadership, technical knowledge, and commercial expertise will directly influence the success of our projects and teams.
Key Responsibilities
Manage multiple contracts to achieve financial, safety, quality, and environmental targets
Oversee pre-contract planning, programming, and resourcing
Approve and issue orders, instructions, contracts, subcontracts, and procure materials/plant
Provide technical, contractual, and legal guidance to project teams
Monitor contract finances, manage variations, claims, and final accounts
Maintain accurate contract records, CRM databases, and project documentation
Liaise, negotiate, and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and stakeholders
Support HR and training activities, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and development of staff and operatives
Delegate effectively to engineering and contract teams, providing coaching, guidance, and motivation
Promote innovation, value engineering, and sustainability initiatives
Ensure compliance with company SHEQ procedures, health & safety regulations, and social value goals
Knowledge
Strong understanding of current contract forms (NEC / JCT), CDM Regulations, employment legislation, and SHEQ procedures
Skills & Abilities
Excellent planning, programming, and organisational skills
Strong financial acumen and experience managing budgets
Confident written and verbal communication skills
Leadership and team management experience, with the ability to develop operatives and contracts teams
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and collaborative working
Experience
Significant experience managing multiple construction contracts independently
Proven track record of delivering projects safely, on time, and within budget
Qualifications
SMSTS and CSCS Card
Degree / NVQ Level 5 in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline (achieved or working towards)
Professional membership (MICE / CEng, MCIOB, ICorr / MiCorr) desirable or in progress
Full UK driver's licence
What we offer
Opportunity to lead high-profile civil engineering projects
A supportive and safety-focused working environment
Career progression and professional development opportunities
Private Pension Plan, with employer contribution matching of up to 7%
26 days Annual Leave, plus Bank Holidays
Additional 3 days paid leave per annum to participate in community projects
Private Health Care Scheme
Health Assured: Employee Assistance Programme
Life Assurance Scheme
Continuous Training & Development
Professional Membership Subscriptions
Cycle to Work Scheme
Eye Care Vouchers
Evening Class / Hobby Allowance
Employee Referral Scheme