James Paterson & Sons (Plumbing and Heating Limited)
Plumbing Contracts Manager
Get notified of more jobs like this · No spam, ever
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Company Description
James Paterson & Sons (Plumbing and Heating Limited), established in 1987, is a leading plumbing and heating contractor serving clients across Scotland. The company delivers a full range of services, including gas, plumbing, guttering, underfloor heating, central heating, boiler installation and servicing, and ASHP installation. As one of Central Scotland’s largest plumbing contractors, the business supports major UK home development and construction companies such as Barratt Homes, Cala Homes, David Wilson Homes, and others. James Paterson & Sons is committed to high-quality work, customer satisfaction, and safe, professional service delivery. The company is accredited by Gas Safe Register, SNIPEF, RECC, SMAS, MCS, and CHAS.
Role Description
The Plumbing Contracts Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Scotland, United Kingdom. This role oversees multiple plumbing and heating contracts, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to required quality and safety standards. Day-to-day responsibilities include:
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
- Planning and coordinating labor and materials
- Managing subcontractors and site teams
- Monitoring progress against project schedules
- Liaising with house builders and construction partners
- Handling contract documentation
- Resolving on-site issues
- Supporting compliance with industry regulations and company procedures
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
The role also involves contributing to continuous improvement, supporting health and safety practices, and maintaining strong working relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.
Qualifications
- Experience managing plumbing and heating contracts or similar construction projects, including scheduling, resource planning, and cost control.
- Strong knowledge of plumbing and heating installations (e.g., gas, boilers, central heating, underfloor heating, ASHP) and relevant industry standards and regulations.
- Proficiency in contract administration, documentation, and use of project management or scheduling software.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills for working with site teams, subcontractors, clients, and senior management.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate teams, solve problems on-site, and make informed decisions under time constraints.
- Commitment to health, safety, and quality assurance, with a strong focus on risk management and compliance.
- Previous experience with residential new-build projects and working with major house builders is highly beneficial.
- Relevant trade or construction management qualification (e.g., plumbing/heating certification, HNC/HND or degree in construction management or similar) is preferred.
- Valid right to work in the United Kingdom and a full UK driving license for travel between sites.
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Location