Reed
Contracts Manager
- Annual Salary: £65,000 – £85,000
- Location: Central Belt, Scotland (projects across Scotland)
- Job Type: Full-time
Day-to-day of the role:
- Manage multiple projects from pre-construction through to completion.
- Oversee site teams including Site Managers, Engineers, and subcontractors.
- Ensure projects are delivered in line with programme, budget, and quality standards.
- Maintain full responsibility for health & safety compliance across all sites.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and stakeholders.
- Monitor project performance, identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies.
- Manage budgets, cost control, and commercial performance alongside Quantity Surveyors.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Proven experience in a similar role managing multiple live projects simultaneously.
- Excellent leadership and people management skills.
- Strong commercial awareness and cost management experience.
- Ability to build relationships with clients and stakeholders.
- In-depth knowledge of health & safety legislation and best practice.
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across Scotland.
- SMSTS / CSCS (Black or equivalent) certification.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary package.
- Company vehicle or car allowance.
- Opportunity to lead diverse and challenging projects.
To apply for this Contracts Manager position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.
To apply for this job please visit www.reed.co.uk.
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