Civils Contracts Manager

  • Hays
  • Feb 26, 2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

Civils Contracts Manager

Our client, a large, well-established civil engineering company based in the Aberdeen area, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Civils Contracts Manager to oversee multiple civil engineering projects from pre-construction to completion.

The successful candidate will play a key leadership role, ensuring that contracts are delivered safely, efficiently, and profitably, in line with company standards and client expectations.
Key Responsibilities:

Manage and oversee the delivery of multiple civil engineering contracts, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, specifications, and health and safety regulations.Lead project planning, programming, and coordination of labour, subcontractors, plant, and materialsServes as the main point of contact for clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams.Monitor project progress and financial performance, identifying and mitigating risks and resolving issues as they ariseEnsure timely reporting on project milestones, costs, resourcing, and health and safety performanceAssist in tender reviews, contract negotiation, and the development of project delivery strategiesFoster a positive safety culture and uphold company standards across all operational activitiesSupport and develop site teams, ensuring high levels of performance and moraleMonitor staff performance and undertake staff appraisalsAgree and deliver on KPIs and annual targets
Skills & Experience Required:
Proven experience as a Contracts Manager (or similar senior project management role) in the civil engineering and/or multi-utility sectorProven track record in successfully delivering civil engineering projectsStrong understanding of NEC and other standard forms of contractSound knowledge of construction methods, planning and health and safety regulationsCommercially astute with excellent financial and contractual awarenessExceptional leadership, communication, and negotiation skillsAbility to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectivelyDisplay a positive attitude, strong work ethic and be self-motivated and able to work independently or within a teamExcellent working knowledge of MS Office packagesFull UK driving licence Legal right to work in the UK without restrictions (no sponsorship available)A technical qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related field would be beneficial.
What We Offer:
Competitive salary based on experience and roleCompany VehiclePrivate Health CarePensionEmployee Assistance ProgrammeOngoing training and developmentA supportive working environment with a growing company
They are offering an excellent opportunity for an experienced, proactive and driven individual to become part of their dynamic and fast-paced, growing Operations team.
While they welcome interest from all qualified candidates, they are currently unable to provide visa sponsorship. Therefore, only applicants with the unrestricted Right to Work in the UK can be considered.
If interested, please contact me with the details below to discuss your current situation confidentially and if the role might be of interest: - #