Job Description:

Contracts Manager – Pitched Roofing

Location: Sussex & Surrey regions
Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 + Package
Start Date: ASAP

The Company

Our client is an established specialist roofing and building envelope contractor working with some of the UK's largest main contractors. Operating across commercial, leisure, industrial, education, retail, public sector and MOD sectors, they deliver specialist roofing solutions across the South of England.

With an exciting phase of growth underway and several recently secured projects, they are looking to recruit an experienced Pitched Roofing Contracts Manager to support project delivery and contribute to the continued expansion of the business.

The Role

As Contracts Manager, you will oversee pitched roofing contracts from estimating and initial planning through to completion, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the required quality standards.

Working closely with the Directors, you will coordinate project teams, subcontractors and suppliers, manage contractual requirements and develop strong client relationships to help secure future work.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established and growing specialist contractor offering a competitive salary, company vehicle, bonus potential and further career development.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple pitched roofing contracts from estimating and planning through to completion and handover.

• Work with the Directors to ensure contractual obligations and project deliverables are achieved.

• Review and negotiate contract terms, conditions and specifications to minimise risks and protect profitability.

• Develop project programmes, budgets and resource plans to meet client expectations.

• Organise and supervise labour, subcontractors, materials, plant and craneage.

• Ensure roofing works comply with drawings, specifications and quality standards.

• Monitor health and safety across projects, ensuring compliance with legislation and site procedures.

• Implement, review and amend Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) where required.

• Attend client and main contractor meetings to review progress and resolve issues.

• Monitor project performance, addressing delays, quality concerns and commercial risks.

• Build relationships with clients, suppliers and subcontractors to encourage repeat business and secure new opportunities.

• Support estimating, tendering and the development of a strong pipeline of future work.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager specialising in pitched roofing or a closely related roofing discipline.

• Strong technical knowledge of pitched roofing systems and installation methods.

• Experience managing multiple contracts from inception through to completion.

• Good understanding of construction contracts, specifications and relevant regulations.

• Experience with estimating, project planning, procurement and resource management.

• Strong knowledge of health and safety procedures, including RAMS.

• Excellent organisational, leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.

• Commercial awareness, with the ability to manage project risks and profitability.

• Full, valid UK driving licence.

What's on Offer?

• Salary of £50,000 – £60,000, depending on experience.

• Company vehicle.

• Company bonus potential.

• Pension and additional employee benefits, including biannual company events.

• Stability within an established and growing specialist contractor.

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Location: Sussex & Surrey regions
Start Date: ASAP

If you are an experienced Contracts Manager specialising in pitched roofing and are looking for your next opportunity with a growing specialist contractor, apply today to find out more.