Contracts Manager

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.

Monday Friday with flexibility.