Contracts Manager

Overview

Manage multiple civil construction projects ensuring safety, budget and quality.

Key Responsibilities

• defect management
• subcontractor coordination
• cost control
• compliance monitoring
• procurement
• project closeout

Tasks

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

Requirements

• cscs
• smsts
• degree
• nvq level5
• 2+ years
• leadership

What You Bring

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

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Benefits

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