At a Glance
- Tasks: Oversee construction projects, manage contracts, and ensure quality and safety standards.
- Company: Join Bell Building Projects, a leader in the construction industry for 40 years.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous pension, performance bonuses, and 32 days holiday.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace committed to diversity and professional growth.
- Why this job: Be part of a growing team with exciting projects and career development opportunities.
- Qualifications: Experience in contract management and strong understanding of health and safety regulations.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Location(s): Scotland (Central Belt)
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
About Us
Bell Building Projects (BBP) has been a leader in the construction industry for 40 years, delivering high-performance projects with excellence and integrity. With a strong reputation and a secure pipeline of work through Q3 2028, including over £300m in tendered projects in 2025, we offer an exciting opportunity to join our team at a pivotal moment of growth.
The Role
As Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing multiple construction projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality and safety standards. You will manage contracts, coordinate site teams, liaise with clients and stakeholders, and implement company policies. Your role will involve strategic planning, risk management, and ensuring compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Project & Contract Management: Oversee multiple contracts, manage schedules, ensure timely and quality project delivery, and coordinate site teams.
- Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure adherence to regulations, conduct audits, and promote a strong safety culture.
- Financial & Commercial Management: Monitor budgets, manage subcontractor payments, oversee cost control, and review procurement plans.
- Client & Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the main contact, maintain client relationships, resolve disputes, and represent the company in meetings.
- Quality Control & Compliance: Ensure work meets quality standards, conduct risk assessments, and comply with industry regulations.
- Team Leadership & Development: Mentor and guide teams, provide training, and foster a productive work environment.
Who We’re Looking For
Experience: Proven Contracts Manager/ Senior Project Manager experience with a main contractor, managing multiple projects, including façade remediation and cladding (preferred).
Qualifications & Training: SMSTS, CSCS (Black), First Aid, Temporary Works Coordinator, Fire Safety Awareness, Working at Height, NVQ/SVQ L6/L7, IOSH/NEBOSH, RICS/CIOB Membership, Scaffold Inspection, Asbestos Awareness.
Knowledge & Skills: Strong understanding of JCT/NEC contracts, UK Health & Safety regulations (CDM 2015), fire safety, risk management, sustainability (BREEAM, Net Zero), dispute resolution, and commercial awareness.
Competencies: Strong leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management, problem-solving, IT literacy, ability to work under pressure, mentoring experience, and strategic partnership building.
Why Join BBP?
Join a company with 40 years of industry excellence and a strong future pipeline. We offer a competitive salary, a generous pension scheme, income protection, and death in service benefits. Enjoy annual salary reviews, discretionary performance-based bonuses, and 32 days of holiday with a flexible bank holiday scheme. We actively support professional development and training, and business mileage is reimbursed. Our offices are fully accessible, ensuring an inclusive workplace for all.
Diversity & Inclusion
Bell Building Projects is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are dedicated to ensuring that our recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion practices are free from bias, offering fair access to all qualified candidates. Selection decisions are made based on skills, qualifications, and experience, and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Bell Building Projects values diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Contracts Manager employer: Bell Building Projects
At Bell Building Projects, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture that empowers our employees to excel in their roles. With a strong focus on professional development and a secure pipeline of exciting projects, our Contracts Manager position offers not only competitive benefits but also the opportunity to grow within a respected leader in the construction industry. Located in the vibrant Central Belt of Scotland, you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering excellence and integrity in every project.
