Contracts Manager Contract Jobs in Aberdeen
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SC Cleared Test Manager - Remote/Portsmouth - £60 per hour Umbrella - CONTRACT
Posted 1 day ago by Click
We are recruiting for a Test Manager on contract to work for a leading Space organisation based in Portsmouth 3 days per...
- Rate £60 per hour
- Category Inside
- Work type Hybrid
- Location Remote/Portsmouth
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Content Manager (6-Month Fixed Term Contract)
Posted 1 day ago by Inspired Thinking Group (ITG)
DescriptionWe are looking for an experienced Content Manager to join our Kingfisher account team on a six-month contract...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Fixed-Term
- Work type Hybrid
- Location London, England, United Kingdom
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Finance Manager - Record to Report - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract
Posted 1 day ago by ACCA Careers
IVC Evidensia Finance Manager - Record to Report - 12 Month Fixed Term ContractAt IVC Evidensia, we are a leading veteri...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Fixed-Term
- Work type Not specified
- Location Bristol, England, United Kingdom
Jr. Technical Project/Program Manager Associate || Durham, NC (REMOTE) || Contra...
Posted 1 day ago by ARK Infotech Spectrum
Role OverviewTechnical Project/Program Manager Associate - HealthcareWe are seeking a detail-oriented and driven Technic...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Outside
- Work type Remote
- Location Remote
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Engineering Manager Android Engineering, Product Delivery. Contract £800 per day
Posted 2 days ago by Digital Skills Ltd
The Rate: £800 per dayIR35 Status: InsideThe Location: ManchesterThe Working Pattern: Hybrid, preference for 2 days per...
- Rate £800 per day
- Category Inside
- Work type Hybrid
- Location Manchester
Senior Manager, Performance Marketing (Fixed Term Contract Until October 2027)
Posted 2 days ago by Sage
Job DescriptionThe Senior Campaign Manager for Sage Intacct and Sage X3 is responsible for the strategic planning, devel...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Fixed-Term
- Work type Hybrid
- Location Winnersh, England, United Kingdom
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About Our Contracts Manager Contract Roles in Aberdeen
What does a contracts manager contractor do?
Contracts Manager contractors are engaged in construction and infrastructure environments to manage the contractual relationships between employers, main contractors, and subcontractors, ensuring that all parties understand and fulfil their obligations under the relevant contract and that commercial risks and entitlements are properly managed throughout the project lifecycle. The work involves reviewing and advising on contract terms at procurement stage, administering contracts during delivery, managing the notice and compensation event processes, dealing with claims and disputes, and supporting the commercial close-out of contracts at completion. Contracts Managers are brought in on major projects where dedicated contractual expertise is required, or to provide specialist support during contentious commercial situations.
Clients expect Contracts Manager contractors to bring centre on deep knowledge of the major construction contract forms, particularly NEC3 and NEC4, JCT, and FIDIC, combined with practical experience of administering those contracts on live projects. The ability to identify and manage contractual risk, draft and respond to notices and claims, and advise project teams on their contractual obligations and entitlements is the core competency. Commercial awareness, the ability to work constructively with client and subcontractor teams while protecting the organisation's contractual position, and strong written communication skills for correspondence and claims documentation are widely expected. Most senior Contracts Manager contractors hold a degree in quantity surveying, law, or construction management, with MRICS or MCIARB being well regarded professional credentials.
What is the market like for contracts manager contractors?
Contracts Manager contracting is most active on major construction and infrastructure programmes where contractual complexity and financial risk justify dedicated commercial and legal resource. Infrastructure, energy, defence, and large public sector programmes are the most significant sources of demand. The prevalence of NEC contracts across the UK infrastructure sector makes NEC expertise a near-universal requirement, and contractors with NEC3 or NEC4 project manager or supervisor accreditation are consistently well positioned. Rates reflect the commercial responsibility and contractual expertise required and sit at the upper end of the construction professional contracting market.
What is the contracting market like in Aberdeen?
No other UK city is as thoroughly defined by a single sector as Aberdeen is by oil, gas, and energy. Major operators, service companies, and engineering contractors serving the North Sea sustain concentrated hiring for petroleum, mechanical, electrical, subsea, process, and commissioning engineers, alongside HSE, project controls, and commercial management. The energy transition is reshaping part of this picture, with offshore wind, hydrogen, and carbon capture projects drawing on the same talent pool and contracting infrastructure that supports conventional energy work. Outside energy, contracting activity is relatively thin compared to Edinburgh or Glasgow. Energy sector rates in Aberdeen carry a premium that can match or exceed London, reflecting the specialist nature of the work and the harsh environment allowances common in offshore and remote site engagements.
How much do contracts manager contractors usually earn in Aberdeen?
Contract rates for contracts manager roles in Aberdeen typically range from £405 to £720 per day, depending on the scope of the role, required expertise, and the delivery expectations of the engagement.
How many contracts manager vacancies in Aberdeen are there on Quality Contracts?
Over the past twelve months, we have tracked over 150 contracts manager contract roles across the site, with Aberdeen contributing to the market. Data reviewed up to July 2026.