Contract Manager - Central & East Scotland

Optimus Decorating; Paisley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional painting and decorating contractor in Paisley seeks a Contracts Manager to oversee projects from award to completion. Ideal candidates will have experience in managing multiple jobs, a strong understanding of site operations, and excellent client-facing skills. The role offers a competitive salary, company van, and a supportive team culture as you help the company grow.

Benefits

Competitive salary and package

Company Van

Opportunity to influence the business

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Experience as a Contracts Manager or Senior Supervisor in a related trades environment.
• Strong understanding of site operations and construction processes.
• Proven ability to manage multiple jobs at different stages.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects from pre‑start to handover.
• Coordinate site supervisors and teams efficiently.
• Ensure compliance with H&S legislation.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Commercial Awareness

Client Communication

Planning and Organisation

Microsoft Office Competency

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Optimus Decorating is a professional painting and decorating contractor based in Paisley, Scotland. We provide high-quality services for new build housing, industrial and commercial projects. Our team focuses on customer satisfaction and attention to detail, driving repeat business.

We’re growing, and we’re looking for a hands‑on Contracts Manager to take ownership of projects from award through to completion.

Role Description

Reporting to the Business Unit Director, you will be responsible for the safe, profitable and timely delivery of multiple painting and decorating contracts throughout Central & East Scotland. You’ll be the key link between our clients, site teams and the office.

Key responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects from pre‑start to final handover
• Attend pre‑start, progress and handover meetings with clients and main contractors
• Review scopes, drawings and specifications; highlight risks and variations
• Plan labour, materials and access requirements to deliver projects efficiently
• Coordinate and supervise site supervisors and painting & taping squads
• Ensure quality standards and snag‑free completion in line with client expectations
• Monitor programme, progress and site records; implement recovery plans where needed
• Manage variations and final accounts in conjunction with the office
• Ensure compliance with H&S legislation, RAMS and company procedures
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers and subcontractors

About You

We’re looking for someone who is organised, commercially aware and comfortable on site and in front of clients.

• Experience as a Contracts Manager / Project Manager / Senior Supervisor within painting & decorating or a related trades contracting environment
• Strong understanding of site operations, programmes and construction processes
• Good commercial awareness – variations, valuations, cost control
• Proven ability to manage multiple jobs at different stages
• Excellent communication and client‑facing skills
• Strong planning and organisational skills with attention to detail
• Competent with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) and basic project/admin systems
• Full UK driving licence
• Trade background in painting & decorating or similar

Desirable (nice to have)

• Experience working with main contractors on commercial / new‑build / refurbishment projects
• SMSTS/SSSTS, CSCS and relevant H&S training

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and package (DOE)
• Company Van
• Opportunity to grow with a developing business and influence how we do things
• Supportive, down‑to‑earth team culture

Application

If you’d like to be part of Optimus Decor’s next growth phase, click "Easy Apply" on LinkedIn or send your CV and a short note outlining your experience to [e-mail] with the subject line "Contracts Manager – Optimus Decor".