Contracts Manager

CJB Scaffolding Ltd; Beccles; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Travel allowance

Company pension

Training & development

Job summary

CJB Scaffolding Ltd in Beccles, Suffolk, is seeking a capable Contracts Manager to own projects from enquiry through to completion. You will drive the successful delivery of scaffolding contracts, manage budgets, and maintain high safety and quality standards on site.

The role requires proven contracts management experience in scaffolding, strong budgeting and client-relations skills, and a full UK driving licence. Join a growing team focused on delivering safe, on-time, and on-spec projects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager or similar within scaffolding or construction.
• Strong knowledge of TG20/TG30, SG4 standards and related regulatory requirements.
• CSCS card or equivalent qualification desirable.
• Excellent budgeting, estimating, and tendering abilities.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple scaffolding contracts from enquiry to completion.
• Produce quotations, estimates and tenders, and negotiate contracts.
• Plan labour, materials, transport and plant for project efficiency.
• Liaise with clients, main contractors and site managers to win repeat business.
• Conduct site visits to monitor progress, quality and compliance.
• Champion health and safety, ensuring TG20/TG30, SG4 compliance.
• Oversee risk assessments, method statements, and scaffold design documentation.
• Manage budgets, variations, invoicing, and report performance to directors.
• Support and develop site supervisors and scaffolding teams.

Skills

Contracts management

Scaffolding knowledge

Budget management

Organizational skills

Driving licence

Job description

CJB Scaffolding is a well-established scaffolding company based in Beccles, Suffolk, delivering safe, reliable access solutions across the commercial, industrial, and domestic sectors. As our business grows, we're looking for a capable Contracts Manager to own our projects from enquiry through to completion.

About us

CJB Scaffolding is a well-established scaffolding company based in Beccles, Suffolk, delivering safe, reliable access solutions across the commercial, industrial, and domestic sectors. As our business grows, we're looking for a capable Contracts Manager to own our projects from enquiry through to completion.

The role

As the Contracts Manager, you'll drive the successful delivery of our scaffolding contracts. Working closely with our senior leadership team, site teams, and clients, you'll manage projects to make sure every job is delivered safely, on time, on spec, and on budget. This varied role suits someone who thrives on responsibility and enjoys building lasting client relationships.

What you'll be doing

• Managing multiple scaffolding contracts simultaneously, from initial enquiry and site survey through to design sign-off, installation, and dismantling
• Producing accurate quotations, estimates, and tenders, and negotiating contracts with clients
• Planning labour, materials, transport, and plant to keep projects running efficiently
• Liaising with clients, main contractors, and site managers to build strong working relationships and win repeat business
• Carrying out site visits to monitor progress, quality, and compliance
• Championing health and safety at every stage, ensuring all work meets TG20/TG30, SG4, and relevant legislative and industry standards
• Overseeing risk assessments, method statements, and scaffold design documentation
• Managing project budgets, variations, and invoicing, and reporting on performance to the directors
• Supporting, coordinating, and developing site supervisors and scaffolding teams

What we're looking for

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager, Contracts Supervisor, or similar within scaffolding or a related construction/access trade
• Strong working knowledge of scaffolding systems, methods, and industry standards (TG20/TG30, SG4)
• CISRS Advanced Scaffolder or a recognised scaffolding/management qualification (desirable), with a relevant CSCS card
• Solid commercial awareness with the ability to estimate, quote, and manage budgets confidently
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines
• Full UK driving licence

What we offer

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience
• Company vehicle or car/travel allowance
• Company pension
• Ongoing training and professional development

CJB Scaffolding is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.