Job Description
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Contracts Manager – Civil Engineering
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Location: Glasgow & surrounding areas
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Permanent
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Salary: £70,000-£77,000 DOE + benefits package
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Ref: GR1521
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Gibson Recruitment Limited
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Job Description:
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Regional Civil Engineering contractor who, due to the award of various new contracts in the central belt, have a requirement for an additional CONTRACTS MANAGER to join their team.
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This fantastic opportunity presents a perfect time to join as they expand their operations.
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The successful CONTRACTS MANAGER will be responsible for overseeing the management of civil engineering projects to ensure their safe and efficient delivery, while adding value to the business.
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Applicants MUST be based within commuting distance of Glasgow.
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Responsibilities:
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· Provide leadership, oversight and support to construction teams to ensure all projects are properly resourced and delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.
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· Communicate project objectives, requirements, and stakeholder expectations clearly, ensuring full understanding across all project participants.
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· Ensure all projects operate in full compliance with company policies, procedures, and delegated authority levels.
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· Lead, review and challenge project budgets, forecasts, and financial performance to achieve a robust, deliverable, and commercially sound approach.
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· Provide expert support to project teams, applying a strong understanding of construction processes, technology, and delivery methods.
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· Allocate competent and appropriate resources to project management activities to ensure successful delivery.
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· Promote and drive service excellence, best practice, and continuous improvement initiatives across all projects.
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· Coach, mentor, and motivate project teams, setting clear expectations and leading by example.
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· Apply an effective performance management framework to maximise team capability and outcomes.
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· Ensure all construction projects are designed, constructed, and certified to the required technical, legal and safety standards.
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What you'll need to succeed
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· A degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management related subject
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· Substantial experience as a project/contracts manager within a Civil Engineering environment.
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· Ideally professionally qualified or working towards a professional qualification
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· Proven Track record of leading large and complex Civil Engineering Projects
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· Sets strategic direction and maintain sufficient awareness of detail and challenges
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· Experience of leading, managing and motivating large project teams in demanding environments
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· Ability to monitor performance and intervene appropriately to ensure targets are achieved and exceeded
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· The ability to operate effectively and harness results through cross-functional teams.
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· Good management skills, with the ability to motivate employees to achieve high standards of compliance
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· A strong communicator, comfortable interfacing with senior executives and external clients
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· IT literacy
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What to do next:
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If this role sounds of interest and you would like to be considered, please apply with your updated CV, or contact Graeme on the details below.
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If this role is not for you but you would like to have a conversation regarding your next career move, don't hesitate to give us a call, in confidence.
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