Project Manager

Rayleigh, Essex
Reed Specialist Recruitment

Project Manager – Roofing

Location: Essex (Sites across London & the Home Counties)
Salary: Up to 65,000

Are you an experienced roofing professional looking to join a forward-thinking and growing business?

We are working with a well-established roofing contractor based in Essex who are seeking a Project Manager to oversee a portfolio of predominantly industrial projects across London and the Home Counties. Reporting directly to the Directors, you will play a key role in delivering multiple projects from inception through to completion.

This is a varied role, working part time in the office, and part time on site – travelling across a number of sites on a weekly basis.

The Role

• Manage multiple live roofing projects, typically up to 300k in value
• Plan materials and labour requirements across sites
• Take full ownership of secured projects, ensuring successful delivery end-to-end
• Provide regular updates to Directors on programme, cost, and progress
• Coordinate site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Ensure all projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards
• Act as the main point of contact for clients, maintaining strong relationships
• Monitor and enforce health & safety compliance across all sites
• Identify and resolve operational and commercial challenges
• Oversee project programming and resource allocation

About You

• Proven experience in a Project or Contracts Management role within the roofing sector
• Experience delivering industrial and commercial projects such as schools, care homes, and factories
• Strong track record of managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Solid understanding of construction health & safety regulations
• Knowledge of roofing systems including roof tiles and single-ply flat roof membranes

Benefits

• Company car and fuel card
• Private healthcare
• Join a stable and growing business with a strong pipeline of work
• Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and influence project delivery
• Clear progression opportunities within the business

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven Project / Contracts Manager to take ownership of a varied project portfolio across London and the Home Counties, with real visibility and progression. Interviews are taking place as applications come in, so please apply ASAP to avoid disappointment.