Contracts Manager (Mechanical)
New Today
Join to apply for the Contracts Manager (Mechanical) role at Livingston
1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Join to apply for the Contracts Manager (Mechanical) role at Livingston
This range is provided by Livingston. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range
Contracts Manager (Mechanical Bias), Livingston
Livingston Building Services are a leading provider of M&E Services, providing our clients with innovative M&E engineering solutions. Our continued success requires commitment from everyone, whatever their role. Everything we do we need to do well, enabling us to consolidate our position as a leading player in an extremely competitive market. In return for your commitment, the company will continue to implement its vision to create environments for people to thrive.
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Contracts Manager (Mechanical Bias) to work within our Operations team in Livingston, Scotland. This senior position will assume overall responsibility for the commercial and operational management of multiple high-value mechanical contracts, working closely with the Operations team to drive project success and profitability.
The Contracts Manager will be responsible for the end-to-end commercial management of mechanical contracts, including financial forecasting, risk management, client relationship management, business development activities, and the coordination of sub-contractors and materials procurement. This role requires a strategic approach to contract delivery whilst maintaining hands-on involvement in day-to-day operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Commercial Management: Lead commercial forecasting, cost control, and profitability analysis across multiple contracts
- Contract Administration: Manage all contractual obligations, variations, and claims processes
- Client Management: Maintain and develop strong client relationships, managing expectations and ensuring service excellence
- Team Leadership: Support and develop project teams, setting objectives and ensuring performance standards
- Risk Management: Identify, assess and mitigate commercial and operational risks
- Sub-contractor Management: Oversee sub-contractor relationships, performance, and commercial arrangements
- Procurement Coordination: Work with procurement teams to develop effective material and labour schedules
- Programme Management: Ensure project delivery to time, cost, and quality parameters
- Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure full compliance with H&S legislation and internal management systems
- 5+ years’ experience in M&E contracts management within the construction industry
- Extensive experience in HVAC, plumbing, heating systems, and mechanical installations
- Proven track record managing contracts valued between £100k - £5m+
- Experience in design and build projects (highly advantageous)
- Fit-out experience essential
- Construction-related academic qualification (HND/Degree level preferred)
- Advanced proficiency in Asta Power Project or MS Project programming
- Strong IT literacy in MS Word and Excel (advanced level)
- Understanding of NEC/JCT contracts
- Commercial acumen with strong financial management skills
- Certifications Required
- Valid CSCS card
- SMSTS certification
- First Aid at Work
- Asbestos Awareness
- Full UK driving licence
The successful candidate will be a confident leader with exceptional commercial awareness and technical expertise. You will demonstrate:
Strategic thinking with strong commercial acumen
Excellent communication skills for client presentations and stakeholder management
Leadership Capabilities With Experience Developing And Motivating Teams
Strong organisational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities
Problem-solving approach with initiative and vision
Flexibility in working hours and locations as projects demand
Professional demeanour when representing the company to clients and stakeholders
Business development mindset with ability to identify and pursue new client opportunities
Working Arrangements
Flexible approach required: Site-based work as projects demand, with Livingston office base
Standard
Hours: 8am - 5pm Monday to Thursday, 8am - 4pm Fridays (one-hour lunch break)
Travel: Willingness to work away from home when required
Hybrid/Flexible working opportunities available
Remuneration
Based on experience and knowledge.
Car Allowance
Discretionary company performance-related bonus scheme
Benefits
25 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays (increases with service)
Extra half-day off for your birthday
Couple healthcare membership (BUPA)
5% Employer pension contributions
Access to Private GP services
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Valuing People at Livingston
Livingston is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
One of our core values is to 'Value People'. We are passionate about investing in people and genuinely care about what we do and how we do it. This ensures that the working environment, staff, suppliers and the communities we serve always remain at the front-of-mind.
A diverse and inclusive workforce opens our business up to a much wider talent pool and greater innovation and creativity through teams with different perspectives and experiences.
We look forward to hearing from ambitious Contracts Managers who are ready to drive our continued success in the competitive M&E market
Seniority level
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Job function
Management and ManufacturingIndustries
Construction
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Livingston by 2x
Get notified about new Mechanical Manager jobs in Livingston, Scotland, United Kingdom.
Airdrie, Scotland, United Kingdom 4 weeks ago
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 6 days ago
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 3 months ago
Blackburn, Scotland, United Kingdom 6 days ago
Uddingston, Scotland, United Kingdom 5 days ago
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 6 days ago
Engineering Manager - Structures (Evolv Energies)
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Cumbernauld, Scotland, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 6 days ago
Stonehouse, Scotland, United Kingdom 6 days ago
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago
Engineering Manager - Electrical & Power Systems
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 3 days ago
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 4 months ago
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Engineering Manager – Electrical Systems
Engineering Manager – Electrical Systems
Engineering Manager – Electrical Systems
Coatbridge, Scotland, United Kingdom 1 month ago
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Design Manager/Lead - Energy | Expression of Interest
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 1 week ago
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 3 days ago
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 3 days ago
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 3 days ago
Engineering Manager - Solutions Engineering
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 3 days ago
We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
#J-18808-Ljbffr- Location:
- Livingston, Scotland, United Kingdom
- Salary:
- £80,000 - £100,000
- Category:
- Management & Operations
We found some similar jobs based on your search
-
New Today
Contracts Manager (Mechanical)
-
Livingston, Scotland, United Kingdom
-
£80,000 - £100,000
- Management & Operations
Join to apply for the Contracts Manager (Mechanical) role at Livingston 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Contracts Manager (Mechanical) role at Livingston This range is provided by Livingston. Your actual pay wil...
More Details -
-
2 Days Old
Mechanical Contracts Manager
-
Nottingham
-
£70,000 /annum package
- Management & Consultancy
Job Title: Mechanical Contracts Manager – Building Services Location: Nottingham Salary: £70K + Package The Role: * Overall management of a team of Project Managers delivering mechanical building services projects, primarily within the commercial ...
More Details -
-
2 Days Old
Mechanical Contracts Manager
-
Birmingham
-
£55 - £65,000 /annum car allowance
- Management & Consultancy
Job Title: Mechanical Contracts Manager Location: Birmingham (Midlands-based projects) Salary: Up to £65,000 + Package (Holiday, Pension, Career Progression) Company: Expanding Mechanical Contractor – Commercial & Education Projects About the Com...
More Details -
-
2 Days Old
Contracts Manager (Mechanical)
-
Livingston
-
£50,000 - £60,000 /annum bupa & onsite parking
- Management & Consultancy
Contracts Manager (Mechanical Bias), Livingston Livingston Building Services are a leading provider of M&E Services, providing our clients with innovative M&E engineering solutions. Our continued success requires commitment from everyone, whatever t...
More Details -
-
4 Days Old
Junior Mechanical Contracts Manager
-
Belfast
- Engineering | Engineering
Your new company A Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) contractor based in Belfast, who specialises in delivering complex projects across the UK and Ireland. They are currently growing their team to meet the needs of their projects and are see...
More Details -
-
6 Days Old
Mechanical Contracts Manager
-
Belfast
- Construction | Mechanical And Electrical
Role: Mechanical Contracts Manager Location: Belfast Hours: Monday Friday Pay: Competitive We're seeking an experienced Mechanical Contracts Manager to join a specialist M&E firm delivering high-quality CAT A & B commercial projects. You'll oversee p...
More Details -