Contracts Manager

A specialist roofing and cladding contractor operating across Scotland is looking to appoint an experienced Contracts Manager to lead projects in the West of Scotland. Much of the work takes place on secure, restricted-access sites, where entry is controlled, standards are exacting and there is little room for error. Relatively few contractors can operate in this space, making it a distinctive and rewarding area to build your career.
Packages cover felt and flat roofing, built-up systems, single ply, aluminium standing seam and rainscreen cladding, delivered for main contractors and direct clients. If you have managed envelope works in secure or sensitive environments before, you will already know the discipline these sites demand around access, programme and compliance, and that experience will be genuinely valued here.
You will take full ownership of your contracts from award through to final account, leading site teams daily and holding commercial, programme and quality responsibility. The business is looking for someone who can start as soon as possible and make an immediate impact.

Contracts Manager Salary & Benefits
Salary: £52,500 to £60,000 (DOE)
34 Days Holiday Including Bank Holidays
Full-time, permanent position
Immediate start available
Pension scheme
Ongoing support with industry training, tickets and accreditations

Contracts Manager Job Overview
Manage multiple roofing and cladding contracts, or one large scheme, from contract award through to final account
Lead site teams daily, including Site Supervisors and subcontractors
Deliver every project safely, on time, within budget and to the required quality standard
Prepare and monitor project programmes and progress reports
Oversee cost control, valuations, variations and final accounts
Manage procurement of materials and subcontract packages alongside the in-house procurement team
Liaise with clients, main contractors, architects and suppliers throughout delivery
Run progress meetings with internal and external stakeholders
Identify and mitigate project risks, and resolve technical and operational issues on site
Ensure QA procedures, inspections and hold points are carried out and documented
Ensure full compliance with health and safety regulations and company policies
Support the pre-construction and estimating teams where required
Build strong client relationships that drive repeat business
Lead project reviews and continuous improvement initiatives

Contracts Manager Requirements
Currently holds or willing to obtain SC clearance
HNC, HND or Degree in Construction Management or a related discipline
SMSTS, CSCS Card (Manager level) and First Aid certification
Proven track record managing multiple contracts simultaneously, from pre-construction through to handover
Experience in both main contractor and subcontractor environments
Strong commercial awareness, including cost control, valuations and variations
In-depth understanding of roofing and cladding systems such as felt and flat roofing, built-up, single ply, aluminium standing seam and rainscreen
Good knowledge of construction contracts, envelope detailing and quality control procedures
Experience managing on-site labour, plant and materials within budget
Strong leadership, negotiation and client-facing communication skills
Confident with Excel, Word, SharePoint and One Drive for reporting
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites throughout Scotland

Desirable
5+ years' experience in roofing and cladding or external envelope construction
Experience on large-scale commercial and industrial roofing packages, ideally working with Tier 1 contractors
Knowledge of facade systems, rainscreen cladding and metal roofing systems
Understanding of fire regulations relating to external envelopes and…