Contracts Manager

Caval Limited; Barnsley; Presencial; GBP 60.000 - 85.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Pension scheme

Company vehicle or car allowance

Mobile phone and laptop

Career progression

Descripción de la vacante

Caval Limited in South Yorkshire is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee multiple drylining and fire protection contracts from pre-start through to final account. You will ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

You will work closely with clients, site managers, commercial teams, and subcontractors to ensure successful project delivery while maintaining strong client relationships and a focus on quality and safety.

Formación

• Proven contracts management experience in the drylining or passive fire protection sector.
• Strong budgeting and cost-control skills to keep projects within budget.
• Full UK Driving Licence; CSCS/SMSTS qualifications desirable.

Responsabilidades

• Manage multiple drylining and passive fire protection contracts simultaneously.
• Plan, programme, and coordinate projects from start to finish.
• Monitor budgets, progress, and programme performance across sites.
• Ensure works comply with health and safety legislation and company procedures.
• Build and maintain strong client, contractor, supplier, and site team relationships.
• Attend site meetings and conduct regular site inspections.
• Collaborate with the commercial team on valuations, variations, and final accounts.
• Identify and resolve project risks and technical issues.

Conocimientos

Contracts management

Drylining

Fire protection

Budget management

Leadership

Communication

Site coordination

Risk management

Educación

Relevant construction management degree

Herramientas

CSCS card

SMSTS

MS Project

Descripción del empleo

Contracts Manager - Drylining & Fire Protection

Location: South Yorkshire

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience + company vehicle/car allowance + benefits

About Us

We are a well-established South Yorkshire-based contractor specialising in drylining, fire protection, and passive fire solutions. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of projects, we are looking to recruit an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee multiple projects across Yorkshire and the surrounding regions.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a professional and ambitious company that values quality, safety, and strong client relationships.

The Role

As Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for managing multiple drylining and fire protection contracts from pre-start through to final account. You will ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

You will work closely with clients, site managers, supervisors, commercial teams, and subcontractors to ensure the successful delivery of each project.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple drylining and passive fire protection contracts simultaneously.
• Plan, programme, and coordinate projects from commencement to completion.
• Monitor project progress, budgets, and programme performance.
• Ensure all works comply with health and safety legislation and company procedures.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, main contractors, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Attend site meetings and carry out regular site inspections.
• Manage labour resources and subcontractor performance.
• Identify and resolve project risks and technical issues.
• Work closely with the commercial team on valuations, variations, and final accounts.
• Ensure quality standards are achieved and client expectations are exceeded.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within the drylining, partitioning, ceilings, or passive fire protection industry.
• Strong knowledge of drylining systems and fire protection installations.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong commercial awareness and budget management skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Ability to build lasting relationships with clients and project teams.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• SMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid qualifications are desirable.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Company vehicle or car allowance.
• Pension scheme.
• Mobile phone and laptop.
• Opportunities for career progression.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• A supportive and growing business with a strong reputation in the industry.