Cladding Contracts Manager

Stockton-on-tees, County Durham
Reed
Contracts Manager

• Job Type: Fixed Term Contract
• Location: Between sites in Northumberland, Edinburgh and Glasgow
• Salary: Competitive

We are seeking a Contracts Manager to join our team and provide comprehensive support to our Operation Managers. The role involves working closely with the Commercial Manager and General Manager, who will facilitate your introduction to the business and provide you with the necessary training. The successful candidate will be instrumental in aiding the company’s development of further envelope services, including glazing systems, door packages, and curtain walling.

Day to Day of the role:

• Collaborate closely with the Operations Manager and Contracts Managers to learn the role, develop knowledge of cladding systems, and understand company policies and procedures.
• Manage or delegate the procurement of project materials, plant, and subcontractors to ensure successful project completion, including site visits and material measurements.
• Identify project labour requirements in advance, providing the site team with all necessary information such as briefings, drawings, and programmes.
• Oversee project works both on-site and in the office, ensuring issues are communicated to relevant departments and maintaining high standards of health & safety, quality, and site management.
• Maintain orderly project and post-project documentation, including applications for payments, invoicing, and off-hiring of materials.
• Coordinate with the appointed Supervisor for project works to ensure quality checks and provide necessary project quality information.
• Liaise with the Commercial Manager to ensure all relevant project information and contractual documents are up-to-date, and any issues are resolved positively.
• Work with the Estimating Team and Commercial Manager to estimate and develop quotations for client projects, particularly in glazing systems, door packages, and curtain walling.
• Maintain a good working relationship with clients, proactively addressing potential issues in line with the company’s values.
• Promote a helpful and professional image and undertake any other duties as required by the company.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in contract management, preferably within the cladding or related industry.
• Knowledge of cladding systems and associated projects.
• Strong procurement and negotiation skills.
• Excellent organisational and project management abilities.
• Ability to maintain high levels of health & safety and quality standards.
• Competency in maintaining project documentation and financial records.
• Good communication and relationship-building skills with clients and team members.
• Willingness to undertake additional duties and continuous professional development.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and training.
• Dynamic and supportive work environment.
• A role that contributes to the development of innovative building solutions.

To apply for the Contracts Manager position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.