Contracts Manager (Ground Investigation)

Position: Contracts Manager (Ground Investigation) - Location: Glasgow (with regional travel)

Salary & Benefits

• Circa £40,000, with flexibility to offer £60,000+ for an exceptional candidate
• Car Allowance
• 24 days annual leave, increasing with length of service
• 8 Bank Holidays
• 6% contributory pension
• Mobile phone and laptop
• Leadership role with genuine autonomy and influence
• Excellent long-term career progression within a growing contractor
• Ongoing professional development and training

Job Overview

• Lead the successful delivery of multiple ground investigation projects across Scotland.
• Manage and develop Project Managers, Site Engineers and operational teams.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest technical standards.
• Oversee operational planning, resource allocation and project performance.
• Drive commercial performance through effective forecasting, cost control and financial management.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships while identifying opportunities for repeat and new business.
• Support business development activities and contribute to regional growth.
• Champion Health & Safety, Environmental and Quality standards throughout the business.
• Mentor and develop staff while creating a positive, high-performing team culture.

Job Requirements

• Significant experience within the ground investigation sector.
• Previous experience in a Contracts Manager, Operations Manager, Project Manager or similar senior operational role.
• Strong operational leadership with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.
• Excellent commercial awareness, including project profitability, forecasting and financial management.
• Proven ability to develop client relationships and contribute to business development.
• Strong leadership, communication and people management skills.
• BSc (or equivalent) in a relevant Earth Science, Engineering Geology, Geotechnical Engineering or related discipline.
• SMSTS certification.
• Full UK Driving Licence.