Demolition Manager

  • Contract Scotland
  • 08/01/2026
Seasonal Construction Civil Engineer Health & Safety Management

Job Description

Demolition Manager Contract (Up to 6 Months)

Location: Glasgow

Start: mid January

Hours: 7:30am 5:30pm, Monday to Friday (no weekend working currently)

A well-established civil engineering contractor is entering the next phase of a major demolition programme at a large industrial site in Bishopton and is seeking an experienced Demolition Manager on a contract basis.

This role will involve taking responsibility for the day-to-day management of a defined section of demolition works, overseeing the safe demolition of concrete structures up to 15 metres in height and leading a site team of approximately 20 operators and operatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Day-to-day management and supervision of demolition activities
  • Safe planning and execution of concrete demolition works
  • Leadership and coordination of site teams
  • Production and implementation of demolition method statements and risk assessments
  • Ensuring full compliance with health, safety and environmental legislation
  • Efficient sequencing and programming of demolition works

Essential Requirements

  • CCDO accredited demolition qualification appropriate for managing and supervising demolition works
  • Valid CCDO Manager or Supervisor card
  • SMSTS
  • Proven experience producing demolition method statements and risk assessments
  • Strong knowledge of demolition-related HSEQ legislation
  • Demonstrable experience managing and coordinating site teams

Desirable (but not essential)

  • Temporary Works awareness or Temporary Works Coordinator experience
  • Ecological awareness, with experience working under environmental or ecological constraints

The Contract

  • Based full-time on site in Glasgow
  • Anticipated duration of up to six months
  • Immediate start available
  • No weekend working planned at present

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Demolition Manager looking for a well-run, technically interesting contract with a reputable contractor.

If you are available or would like to discuss the role in more detail, please get in touch for a confidential conversation.

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