Contracts Manager
This is a hands-on role that requires strong leadership, commercial awareness, and a proactive approach to managing labour, materials, programme delivery, and health & safety.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage the end-to-end delivery of allocated contracts and construction projects.
* Take ownership of contract profitability, monitoring labour, materials, variations and overall project costs.
* Oversee the day-to-day management of all allocated sites and construction activities.
* Carry out daily labour checks, reporting any absences or issues to the Construction Manager or Director.
* Plan labour requirements, utilising existing networks and arranging additional resources where required.
* Manage site programmes and construction schedules to ensure projects remain on track.
* Act as the main point of contact for clients, subcontractors, site management and internal departments.
* Ensure all required materials are available on site by working closely with the Buyer and Construction team.
* Attend pre-start, handover and site progress meetings.
* Carry out regular site inspections, producing reports and ensuring work meets agreed quality and technical standards.
* Ensure all works are completed in line with project specifications and client expectations.
* Manage project variations, liaising with the Quantity Surveyor and Estimator to ensure changes are agreed and recorded.
* Provide daily progress updates to the Construction Manager, Quantity Surveyor and Commercial team to support accurate billing.
* Approve weekly PAYE and subcontractor timesheets against agreed rates and completed works.
* Support both pitched and flat roofing projects where required.
* Manage maintenance works on completed and live projects, ensuring issues are resolved efficiently.
* Lead, support and develop site teams, including PAYE roofers, subcontractors and apprentices.
Health & Safety
* Ensure all projects comply with current Health & Safety legislation and company policies.
* Prepare and approve Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) before work commences.
* Carry out regular Health & Safety audits across allocated sites.
* Ensure appropriate fall protection measures, including scaffolding and edge protection, are installed and maintained.
* Verify that all operatives hold valid CSCS cards, site inductions and relevant certifications before commencing work.
* Promote a strong safety culture across all sites.
People Management
* Line manage allocated PAYE employees, subcontractors and apprentices.
* Support the development of apprentices and future roofing talent.
* Foster a positive, professional and productive working environment.
* Escalate any operational issues or risks promptly to senior management.
Essential Requirements
* Full UK Driving Licence.
* Valid SMSTS qualification / Valid CSCS Card.
* First Aid at Work qualification (desirable) / Experience within roofing or a similar construction environment.
This is a temporary ongoing position to support with peak periods and other times during the year with holidays and sickness.
£26.44ph -28.85ph
Monday – Friday with flexibility.
If you are interested in finding out more information, please apply today