Clarkson Owens Recruitment

THE OPPORTUNITY Clarkson Owens Recruitment is working with an established and highly regarded Scottish building contractor to recruit an experienced Contracts Manager. The business has a strong reputation for delivering commercial refurbishment, fit-out and general building projects across Scotland, working with a diverse client base across the commercial, industrial, retail, education and public sectors. This is an excellent opportunity to take responsibility for the successful delivery of multiple contracts within an established contractor. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Manage multiple construction contracts concurrently, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the required quality standards. Oversee commercial refurbishment, fit-out and general building projects from pre-construction through to practical completion. Coordinate Site Managers, subcontractors, suppliers and specialist trades. Develop and monitor construction programmes, identifying delays and implementing corrective measures. Work with commercial and quantity surveying teams to monitor costs, variations and profitability. Attend client meetings, progress reviews and internal management meetings. Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and project stakeholders. Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation, company procedures and contractual obligations. Oversee procurement planning, subcontractor appointments and resource allocation. Identify and manage project risks, reporting effectively to senior management. Support tender reviews, pre-construction planning and project handovers. Ensure projects are completed to high standards while maintaining customer satisfaction and repeat business. CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS Proven Contracts Manager experience within a main contracting environment. Strong background in commercial refurbishment, fit-out or general building projects. Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously. Excellent understanding of construction programming, subcontractor management and project delivery. Strong commercial awareness and understanding of construction contracts. Experience working with Quantity Surveyors and commercial teams to manage budgets. Excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills. Ability to build and maintain positive client relationships. Relevant construction qualifications, ideally HNC/HND or degree level. SMSTS, CSCS and a full UK driving licence would be advantageous. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE A Contracts Manager with a practical construction management background, strong site operations knowledge and confidence overseeing several live projects, supporting Site Managers and taking ownership of programme, quality, client relationships and delivery. Commercial refurbishment and fit-out experience is particularly advantageous. WHAT S ON OFFER Competitive salary and benefits package. Permanent position with an established Scottish contractor. Varied commercial construction project portfolio. Opportunity to work closely with senior management. Long-term career progression and autonomy across multiple contracts.

The Opportunity An established Scottish contractor is seeking a hands-on Small Works / Building Manager to oversee a varied portfolio of smaller building projects, refurbishments and alterations. Key Responsibilities Manage multiple small works, refurbishment and general building contracts Coordinate labour, subcontractors, plant and materials Monitor programmes, budgets, quality and safety Liaise with clients, consultants and subcontractors Support estimating, quotations and tender submissions Control variations, costs and project profitability Develop repeat business and positive client relationships Candidate Requirements Experience in small works, refurbishment or general building Practical knowledge across building trades Ability to coordinate multiple projects and subcontractors Good estimating, budgeting and organisational skills SMSTS or SSSTS desirable Relevant qualification or equivalent The Package Competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience, with long-term opportunities in an established Scottish construction business. Apply in Confidence Stephen Owens Clarkson Owens Recruitment

The Opportunity We are looking for an experienced Planner with approximately 4 5 years' experience in construction, civil engineering or infrastructure, ideally with exposure to the water sector. You will have a good understanding of construction programming, be comfortable working closely with operational teams and ideally have experience using ASTA Powerproject. Experience with Primavera P6 is not a requirement. Above all, we are looking for someone with strong planning fundamentals, a practical approach to programme management and the flexibility to support projects across South Wales, South Coast/Southampton, and East Anglian area. Key Responsibilities Prepare accurate cost estimates for civil engineering, infrastructure and water-related projects. Review tender documentation, drawings, specifications and project requirements and prepare competitive tender submissions, ensuring all costs are captured Undertake detailed quantity take-offs and measurements. Obtain, assess and compare subcontractor and supplier quotations. Identify commercial risks, opportunities and value engineering solutions and assess construction methodologies, sequencing and project delivery requirements. Liaise with clients, suppliers and subcontractors throughout the tender process. Prepare tender clarifications, qualifications and supporting documentation. Support project handovers from pre-construction into delivery, while maintaining accurate estimating records, cost databases and historical pricing information. Essential Skills & Experience Previous estimating experience within construction, civil engineering or infrastructure and strong understanding of construction costs, materials, labour, plant and subcontractor pricing. Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and tender documentation and experience in cost analysis and preparing tender submissions. Strong commercial awareness and understanding of construction methodologies and excellent numerical, analytical and organisational skills. Ability to manage multiple tenders and meet tight deadlines. Flexibility to travel across Southern and South East England when required. Desirable Skills & Experience Experience within the water and wastewater sector, including treatment works, pumping stations, pipelines or water networks. Background in groundworks, reinforced concrete, drainage or infrastructure projects. Exposure to framework agreements and competitive tender processes. Knowledge of NEC contracts and associated commercial requirements. Experience using estimating software and digital measurement tools. Previous experience working for a civil engineering contractor. Personal Attributes Commercially aware, analytical and detail-oriented. Proactive in identifying risks and commercial opportunities. Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills. Organised and capable of managing competing priorities. Collaborative, adaptable and comfortable in a fast-paced pre-construction environment. Motivated, accountable and committed to delivering accurate work. Salary & Benefits / Working Arrangements Permanent opportunity with competitive salary, dependent on experience. Hybrid working arrangement combining office, site and home working. Flexible working location with regional travel as required. Opportunity to work across a diverse portfolio of civil engineering, water and infrastructure projects.

The Opportunity We are looking for an experienced Estimator with a background in construction, civil engineering or infrastructure, ideally with exposure to the water and wastewater sector. You will have a strong understanding of estimating processes, cost planning and tender preparation, alongside the ability to work collaboratively with operational and commercial teams. We are particularly interested in individuals who can demonstrate strong commercial awareness, attention to detail and the ability to produce competitive and technically sound tender submissions. Candidates based across Southern and South East England will be considered, with flexibility around office, home and site-based working. Key Responsibilities Prepare accurate cost estimates for civil engineering, infrastructure and water-related projects. Review tender documentation, drawings, specifications and project scope requirements and prepare tender clarifications, qualifications and supporting documentation. Undertake detailed quantity take-offs and measurements. Obtain, assess and compare subcontractor and supplier quotations. Prepare competitive tender submissions, ensuring accurate costings and identifying commercial risks, opportunities and value engineering solutions. Work with operational teams to understand construction methodologies, sequencing and project delivery requirements and liaise with clients, suppliers and subcontractors throughout the tender process. Ensure estimates reflect current market rates, resource requirements and construction methodologies and support project handovers and maintain accurate estimating records, cost databases and historical pricing information. Contribute to continuous improvements within the estimating and tendering function. Essential Skills & Experience Previous estimating experience within construction, civil engineering or infrastructure. Strong understanding of construction costs, materials, labour, plant and subcontractor pricing and ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and tender documentation. Experience in detailed cost analysis and preparing tender submissions and strong commercial awareness and understanding of construction methodologies. Excellent numerical, analytical and organisational skills with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tender opportunities and meet tight deadlines. Strong communication, negotiation and collaboration skills and flexibility to travel across Southern and South East England when required. Desirable Skills & Experience Experience within water and wastewater, including treatment works, pumping stations, pipelines and water networks. Experience estimating civil engineering projects involving groundworks, reinforced concrete, drainage and associated infrastructure. Knowledge of framework agreements, competitive tender processes and NEC contracts. Experience using estimating software and digital measurement tools. Previous experience working for a civil engineering contractor. Personal Attributes Commercially aware, analytical and detail-oriented, with a strong understanding of project costs and profitability. Proactive in identifying commercial opportunities and potential project risks. Confident communicator, comfortable liaising with clients, suppliers and subcontractors. Organised and capable of managing multiple priorities and tender deadlines. Collaborative and adaptable, with the ability to work across different business functions in a fast-paced pre-construction environment. Motivated, accountable and committed to delivering accurate work and contributing to team success. Salary & Benefits / Working Arrangements Permanent opportunity with competitive salary, dependent on experience. Hybrid working arrangement combining office, site and home working. Flexibility around working location and regional travel. Opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of civil engineering, water and infrastructure projects.