Contracts Manager

Overview

Oversee multiple civil construction projects, managing teams, budgets, safety and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• procurement
• defect management
• cost control
• project closeout
• civil construction
• compliance monitoring

Tasks

-Oversee procurement of subcontractors, labour, plant, and materials. -Liaise with local authorities, public utilities, and external stakeholders to meet project requirements. -Lead defect management and maintenance, ensuring issues are resolved promptly and cost-effectively. -Lead and manage civil construction projects across multiple sites. -Investigate and resolve delays, incidents, and construction challenges. -Manage project close-out, including O&M manuals, defects resolution, and handover. -Champion health, safety, and environmental standards; conduct site inspections and audits. -Chair and document subcontractor meetings, ensuring follow-up on key actions. -Oversee budgets, programmes, and cost control, ensuring projects remain commercially viable. -Supervise and support Project Managers, Senior Site Managers, Site Managers, and Engineers. -Monitor and enforce compliance with statutory, contractual, and company processes (IMS and QMS).

Requirements

• cscs card
• nvq level5
• construction degree
• smsts
• leadership
• management exp

What You Bring

-Proven experience as a Contracts Manager, Project Manager, or similar senior role within civils or construction. -CSCS Manager’s Card. -Management qualification (NVQ/SVQ Level 5 or above – achieved, in progress, or willing to complete). -Strong leadership, interpersonal, and motivational skills. -Degree in Construction, Civil Engineering, or equivalent industry experience. -Full UK driving licence. -Minimum 2 years’ management experience including planning and directing projects. -Valid CSCS card. -First Aid at Work (3-day course or equivalent). -SMSTS certification.

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Benefits

-Career progression and professional development opportunities. -Opportunity to lead major projects and directly influence business performance. -A permanent role with a well-established and respected civil construction business. -Competitive salary and benefits package -A dynamic and supportive working environment

About Texo Recruitment

-Born in Aberdeen, the company has grown from a local agency into an international talent partner. -It delivers 360° recruitment services for mission-critical energy and industrial projects. -Projects span residential, commercial, industrial construction, as well as offshore fabrication, rigs, surveys, and asset integrity. -Specializing in sectors like oil & gas, renewables, engineering, and welding, it responds within 24 hours to urgent workforce needs. -Leveraging deep industry expertise and hands-on vetting, the team ensures seamless mobilisation and compliance on complex global assignments. -With offices in Aberdeen and the Port of Blyth, it supports projects across the UK, Europe, and Asia. -A new branch in Blyth focuses on offshore energy and fabrication recruitment, led by industry veteran Kris Langley.

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