Job Description:

Contracts Manager – Asbestos

LOCATION  Midlands    
SALARY  £50,000–£55,000 basic salary

About the Opportunity
An established specialist enabling works and infrastructure contractor is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to support the delivery of asbestos removal and remediation projects across the Midlands. Its wider operations cover a range of specialist services, including demolition, remediation, rail, reactive maintenance and waste management, supporting projects across construction, infrastructure, utilities and transport.
The asbestos division delivers specialist solutions spanning asbestos management, licensed removal, air monitoring and the safe transportation and disposal of hazardous materials. A strong focus is placed on technical expertise, regulatory compliance, health and safety and reliable project delivery.

The Role
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced asbestos professional with a strong background in contract management, project delivery and operational leadership. You will take responsibility for managing contracts from initial planning through to completion, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on time and within budget.
Working closely with site managers, supervisors, operatives, clients and senior stakeholders, you will play a key role in maintaining operational standards, developing relationships and supporting the continued growth of the asbestos division.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple asbestos removal and remediation contracts across the Midlands region.
• Oversee projects from initial mobilisation and planning through to successful completion.
• Ensure works comply with HSE regulations, the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and relevant industry standards.
• Manage site teams, supervisors and operational resources to ensure effective project delivery.
• Monitor contract performance, budgets, costs and profitability.
• Ensure risk assessments, method statements and project documentation are completed to the required standards.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, contractors and key stakeholders.
• Carry out regular site visits to monitor progress, quality and health and safety compliance.
• Identify operational challenges and implement solutions to keep projects on track.
• Manage programme schedules, labour requirements, plant and equipment allocation.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiencies and maximise contract performance.
• Support business development opportunities and contribute to securing future work.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience in a Contracts Manager, Senior Contracts Manager or similar operational management role within the asbestos removal industry.
• Strong knowledge of licensed asbestos removal and remediation projects.
• Comprehensive understanding of HSE legislation, CAR 2012 and asbestos industry compliance requirements.
• Experience managing multiple contracts, site teams and operational resources.
• Strong commercial awareness, including budget management, cost control and contract profitability.
• Experience managing client relationships and working with principal contractors.
• Excellent organisational, communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver projects within challenging timescales.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel throughout the Midlands region.

The Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will be an experienced asbestos professional who combines strong technical knowledge with commercial awareness and proven contract management capabilities. You will be confident managing people, projects and stakeholder expectations, with the ability to take ownership of contracts and ensure consistently high standards of delivery. A proactive, hands-on approach and the ability to build effective relationships at all levels will be essential.

Salary & Package

• Basic salary of £50,000–£55,000, depending on experience.
• Permanent opportunity within an established specialist contracting environment.
• Opportunity to play a key role within an established asbestos division.
• Regional responsibility across the Midlands.