Contract Manager - Cladding/Facades

Regen Solutions; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Job summary

Regen Solutions is seeking an experienced Contract Manager to lead a major cladding and façade remediation project based in Cambridge, with some travel to Dartford. The role involves end-to-end delivery, commercial oversight and ensuring fire safety and quality standards are met.

The candidate will manage site teams, subcontractors and the wider supply chain, delivering projects on time, within budget and with strong stakeholder engagement. A car allowance is provided as part of the package.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage complex cladding/facade remediation projects.
• Strong communication and commercial acumen.
• Experience coordinating site teams, subcontractors and supply chains.

Responsibilities

• Take end-to-end delivery ownership of the cladding remediation project.
• Manage site teams, subcontractors and the broader supply chain to deliver safely, on time and within budget.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, residents and stakeholders.

Skills

Contract management

Cladding & facade remediation

Health & safety

Stakeholder management

Budget control

Job description

Contract Manager - External Cladding/Facades Remediation

Tier 1 Maintenance Contractor

Cambridge/Dartford

£75-85,000 + car allowance

Role Overview

We are searching for an experienced Contract Manager to lead the delivery of a major cladding and façade remediation project based in Cambridge. Joining an industry-leading specialist contractor, you will oversee high-profile residential refurbishment and crucial fire safety works. This is a fantastic opportunity for a experienced contract manager with extensive cladding and facade knowledge to take ownership of a flagship project.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Delivery: Take full responsibility for the end-to-end, successful delivery of the cladding remediation project.
• Operations & Supply Chain: Effectively manage site teams, subcontractors, and the broader supply chain to ensure all works are delivered safely, on time, and strictly within budget.
• Stakeholder Management: Build, maintain, and nurture strong, professional relationships with clients, local residents, and key stakeholders.
• Compliance & Health & Safety: Actively monitor the project programme, manage construction risks, and ensure rigorous compliance with Health & Safety regulations and strict quality standards.
• Commercial Management: Oversee the commercial performance of the project, managing variations, cost controls, and final accounts.
• Leadership & Reporting: Lead and deliver regular progress meetings, provide detailed performance reports to senior management, and support/motivate the site teams to drive high performance.

Key Requirements

• Sector Experience: Proven track record working as a Contract Manager within the external cladding, facade, or major fire safety remediation sectors.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of modern cladding systems, facade construction, and current fire safety legislation/residential refurbishment frameworks.
• Flexibility: Be able to commute and commit to the required working arrangements (3 days in Cambridge, 2 days in Dartford).
• Skills: Exceptional communication skills, commercial astuteness, and a proactive approach to problem‑solving.