Job Description:

Due to continued growth, an opportunity has arisen within our client’s construction-based business in Kilmarnock, for an experienced Contracts Manager.

As Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing contracts from planning and commencement through to completion and handover. You will coordinate site teams, maintain strong client relationships and ensure that projects are delivered on time, within budget and in accordance with the required quality and health and safety standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and commercially aware construction professional who can manage multiple projects, lead teams and build effective working relationships with clients, subcontractors and suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple contracts from start to completion, within the construction sector.
• Plan and monitor projects, ensuring works are delivered to agreed deadlines.
• Coordinate site managers, supervisors, operatives, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Monitor project costs, budgets, variations and overall commercial performance.
• Ensure materials, labour and equipment are allocated effectively.
• Maintain regular communication with clients, main contractors and other stakeholders.
• Monitor workmanship and ensure projects meet the required specifications and quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation, site procedures and company policies.
• Identify potential project risks and implement solutions to minimise delays and additional costs.
• Attend site visits and progress meetings as required.
• Provide regular project updates to senior management and ensure accurate project documentation.

You will ideally have:

• Proven experience managing construction contracts (Essential).
• Strong organisational, planning and time-management skills.
• The ability to manage budgets, costs, programmes and resources effectively.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements.
• A full UK driving licence and the ability to travel to sites across Scotland.

If you have proven experience in a Contracts Manager or similar senior project management role within the construction industry, we would be keen to chat with you.

If you have the above experience and would like to apply, please send your CV, as soon as possible, to Coleen Farrell at GH Resourcing