Contracts Manager

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Contracts Manager

Edinburgh | Industrial & Commercial New Build Projects

Salary: Circa £70,000 + Comprehensive Package

A well-established and highly respected main contractor is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to join its growing operations team in Edinburgh. With a strong pipeline of industrial and commercial new build developments across Scotland, this is an excellent opportunity to join a business with a long-standing reputation for quality delivery, collaborative working, and repeat client relationships.

The successful candidate will oversee multiple projects from pre-construction through to completion, ensuring programmes, budgets, quality, and health & safety standards are consistently achieved.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee the successful delivery of industrial and commercial new build projects
  • Manage multiple site teams and ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget
  • Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal departments throughout the project lifecycle
  • Monitor project performance, commercial reporting, and programme management
  • Ensure high standards of quality control and compliance across all sites
  • Support and mentor Project Managers and Site Managers
  • Drive strong client relationships and contribute to repeat business opportunities

Candidate Requirements

  • Proven experience operating as a Contracts Manager within the construction sector
  • Strong background delivering industrial and/or commercial new build projects
  • Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Strong understanding of construction programming, commercial awareness, and HSEQ standards
  • Relevant construction qualifications preferred

What's On Offer

  • Salary circa £70,000
  • Attractive benefits package
  • Secure pipeline of high-quality projects
  • Long-term career progression opportunities
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment
  • Opportunity to join a respected contractor with an excellent industry reputation

For a confidential discussion and further information, please apply with your CV

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Company: EDM Recruitment Group Ltd
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Contracts Manager

Edinburgh | Industrial & Commercial New Build Projects

Salary: Circa £70,000 + Comprehensive Package

A well-established and highly respected main contractor is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to join its growing operations team in Edinburgh. With a strong pipeline of industrial and commercial new build developments across Scotland, this is an excellent opportunity to join a business with a long-standing reputation for quality delivery, collaborative working, and repeat client relationships.

The successful candidate will oversee multiple projects from pre-construction through to completion, ensuring programmes, budgets, quality, and health & safety standards are consistently achieved.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee the successful delivery of industrial and commercial new build projects
  • Manage multiple site teams and ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget
  • Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal departments throughout the project lifecycle
  • Monitor project performance, commercial reporting, and programme management
  • Ensure high standards of quality control and compliance across all sites
  • Support and mentor Project Managers and Site Managers
  • Drive strong client relationships and contribute to repeat business opportunities

Candidate Requirements

  • Proven experience operating as a Contracts Manager within the construction sector
  • Strong background delivering industrial and/or commercial new build projects
  • Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Strong understanding of construction programming, commercial awareness, and HSEQ standards
  • Relevant construction qualifications preferred

What’s On Offer

  • Salary circa £70,000
  • Attractive benefits package
  • Secure pipeline of high-quality projects
  • Long-term career progression opportunities
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment
  • Opportunity to join a respected contractor with an excellent industry reputation

For a confidential discussion and further information, please apply with your CV

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Posted: May 17th, 2026