- Company Name
- Acero Construction UK Ltd
- Job Title
- Contract Manager
- Job Description
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Job title: Contract Manager
Role Summary:
Lead the setup and ongoing management of ground investigation and geotechnical contracts for infrastructure projects in the highways, energy, water, and rail sectors. Ensure deliverables meet quality, schedule, and budget targets while coordinating with clients, commercial teams, and quantity surveyors.
Expectations:
- Deliver contract set‑up, documentation, and project governance for multiple concurrent geotechnical initiatives.
- Maintain professional client relations and provide clear communication of contract scope, risks, and changes.
- Support commercial objectives through accurate cost and invoice preparation.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Initiate and manage ground investigation/geotechnical contract processes, including tender preparation, contract negotiation, and finalisation.
2. Conduct and lead client meetings to clarify scope, progress, and change requests.
3. Produce, review, and maintain project documentation: RAMS, project briefs, risk registers, and change orders.
4. Develop, update, and monitor project programmes, ensuring milestones and dependencies are tracked.
5. Coordinate change management with the commercial team and quantity surveyors, issuing client notices where necessary.
6. Prepare basic applications and invoices in line with contract terms.
7. Travel periodically to client sites and project offices as required.
Required Skills:
- Proven contract or project management experience in ground investigation or geotechnical engineering.
- Familiarity with highways, energy, water, or rail project environments.
- Strong written and verbal communication, stakeholder engagement, and negotiation skills.
- Excellent organisational and time‑management abilities; capable of handling multiple projects simultaneously.
- Proficient with project management tools and Microsoft Office suite.
Required Education & Certifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
- Professional qualification such as PCIT, CEng, or equivalent preferred but not mandatory.
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Glasgow city, United kingdom
On site
19-12-2025