Contracts Manager

Contracts Manager

Location: Scotland 
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Activus Recruitment are working on behalf of a well-established, multi-disciplinary construction company based in Aberdeenshire.

With over 30 years of industry experience, our client has established a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects across the UK, ranging from concrete and civil engineering to main contracting, and design & build. They pride themselves on teamwork, technical excellence, and consistently delivering results that exceed client expectations.

Due to continued growth, our client is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to complement their existing project teams, ensuring safe, profitable, and high-quality construction operations across a variety of projects.

The Role

As a Contracts Manager, you will take ownership of assigned projects, managing resources, staff, and subcontractors while maintaining client satisfaction and company standards. You’ll play a pivotal role in planning, execution, and commercial oversight to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead multiple projects safely, promoting a zero-accident culture
• Plan, allocate, and monitor labour, plant and materials
• Ensure quality standards and client requirements are consistently met
• Manage and develop operatives, supervisors, and subcontractors
• Oversee budgets, costs, and recovery to maximise profitability
• Support business development and tendering activities
• Prepare and maintain programmes for construction works

About You

• Proven experience managing construction projects and teams
• Strong understanding of CDM Regulations,  HSE, quality, and commercial management

• Skilled in planning, resource allocation, and problem-solving
• Professional, proactive, and client-focused
• Comfortable managing multiple stakeholders and project priorities

Why Join the Team

• Competitive salary 
• Private medical care
• 30 days holiday
• Work with a respected, long-standing UK construction company
• Lead varied and challenging projects with supportive, professional teams
• Contribute to the growth and success of a forward-thinking and innovative business
• Long-term career development opportunities within a stable organisation

To apply, please contact!
Judy@activusrecruitment.com - 07534 773 798
Yvonne@activusrecruitment.com - 07931 012 990