Contracts Manager - External Restoration
Job Description
Job Title: Contracts Manager – External Façade Restoration\n Location: Upminster\nEmployment Type: Full-time\nSalary: £45,000 - £60,000 (dependent on experience)\nReporting To: Contracts Director\n \n Job Purpose:\n \n The Contracts Manager will take full responsibility for planning, coordinating, and delivering external façade restoration projects, including brickwork repairs, stonework, Helifix structural work, and rendering. You will manage multiple contracts simultaneously, ensure safe and efficient site operations, and maintain strong relationships with clients and subcontractors. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality restoration projects on time and within budget.\n \n Key Responsibilities: Contract & Project Management:\n \nOversee multiple façade restoration contracts from inception to completion \nEnsure all works are delivered to programme, specification, and budget \nCarry out estimating and tendering processes where required \nPrepare and manage all contract documentation, including RAMS and health & safety plans \nLiaise with clients, surveyors, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure smooth delivery and strong client relationships Financial & Commercial Control:\n \nManage contract variations, progress valuations, and final accounts \nCollaborate with the commercial team to ensure profitability and value engineering where possible \nNegotiate with subcontractors and suppliers to secure best pricing and terms Health & Safety Compliance:\n \nEnsure full compliance with site health & safety protocols and legal obligations \nConduct regular site audits and toolbox talks \nInvestigate and report incidents or near misses, implementing corrective actions as necessary Skills & Qualifications: Essential:\n \nProven experience managing external façade restoration projects \nStrong knowledge of brickwork, stonework, Helifix systems, rendering, and external repairs \nExcellent project management and site coordination skills \nExperience in estimating and tendering processes \nProficient in Microsoft Office and relevant project software \nFull UK Driving Licence Desirable:\n \nSMSTS, CSCS (Manager card), or NEBOSH certification Personal Attributes:\n \nStrong leadership and problem-solving abilities \nClear communicator with a collaborative and proactive approach \nAble to work under pressure and meet deadlines \nDetail-oriented with a commitment to quality and safety Interested?\n If you’re an experienced façade or external restoration specialist looking to step into a dynamic Contracts Manager role with a reputable contractor, we want to hear from you.
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