Contract Manager
Job in
City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh Area, EH1, Scotland, UK
Listed on 2026-01-27
Listing for:
Contract Scotland
Full Time, Seasonal/Temporary
position Listed on 2026-01-27
Job specializations:
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Construction
Operations Manager -
Management
Program / Project Manager, Contracts Manager, Operations Manager, EHS / HSE Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: City of Edinburgh
Contracts Manager – House builder
Location:
East of Scotland
Salary: £65,000 – £80,000 + Car Package
An established and respected construction contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Contracts Manager to strengthen their senior operational team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in housing projects, particularly within the residential or social housing sectors.
You will be responsible for the successful delivery of multiple projects across the East of Scotland, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee and manage multiple housing projects simultaneously
Provide leadership and direction to Project Managers and Site Managers
Ensure compliance with health & safety, quality, and environmental standards
Monitor project performance, budgets, and programmes
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams
Identify and manage risks, resolving issues proactively
Contribute to continuous improvement across operational delivery
About You
Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within housing construction
Strong knowledge of residential build processes and contractual frameworks
Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills
Commercially astute with strong cost control experience
Able to manage multiple live projects effectively
Full UK driving licence
What’s on Offer
Competitive salary £65k – £80k, depending on experience
Car allowance
Long-term pipeline of work across the East of Scotland
Opportunity to join a stable and growing business with a strong reputation in housing
Legal Information:
We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work.
For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application
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