Contracts Manager

Daniel Owen Ltd; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Contracts Manager specializing in façades to lead multiple projects. This role involves overseeing the delivery of high-quality façade packages, managing subcontractors, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in façade construction, excellent project management skills, and a commitment to maintaining the company's reputation for quality. If you are looking to make a significant impact in a growing business and have the necessary experience, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing façade or external envelope contracting.
• Strong leadership and technical decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full project lifecycle delivery of façade packages.
• Lead client meetings and technical sign-off processes.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety and contract requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Technical Decision-Making

Commercial Awareness

Façade Construction Detailing

Health & Safety Management

Education

Degree in Construction Management

HNC in Façade Engineering

Tools

SMSTS Certification

CSCS (Black Card)

First Aid at Work Certification

Job description

Contracts Manager (Façade Specialist)

Daniel Owen are looking for a Contracts Manager to join a leading specialist contractor with a strong reputation in the façade and building envelope sector. With decades of experience delivering high-quality façade solutions - ranging from rainscreen cladding and curtain walling to structural glazing and bespoke architectural envelopes - they support both main contractors and developers on complex, high-profile projects across the UK.

Location: Covering Northeast Midlands

Position: Contracts Manager

Salary: Up to £85,000 per annum + car allowance + package

Contract Type: Permanent

Availability: This role is immediately available

The business is growing, and they are now seeking a highly competent Contracts Manager with specific experience in façade and cladding systems to oversee multiple projects and play a key role in maintaining our reputation for quality and technical excellence.

The Role:

As Contracts Manager, you will lead the delivery of façade packages across multiple live sites. This role involves the end-to-end management of project lifecycles, including procurement, planning, subcontractor coordination, technical compliance, H&S management, and client liaison.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Manage and oversee full project lifecycle delivery of façade and cladding packages (from £250k-£5m+)
2. Develop project programmes and sequencing aligned with main contractor schedules
3. Lead client meetings, design coordination, and technical sign-off processes
4. Appoint and manage façade installers and specialist subcontractors, ensuring performance and quality
5. Coordinate material procurement and supplier logistics to meet project timelines
6. Maintain oversight of site health & safety in compliance with CDM and internal policies
7. Ensure façade works are delivered in line with contract requirements, specifications, and installation standards
8. Monitor financial performance, variations, and contract compliance with support from commercial teams
9. Produce and present regular progress reports, risk assessments, and completion handovers

Required Experience & Skills:

1. SMSTS, CSCS (Black Card), and First Aid at Work certifications (or willingness to obtain)
2. Degree, HNC, or equivalent in Construction Management, Façade Engineering, or a related field
3. Experience in a Contracts Manager or Senior Project Manager role, specifically within façade or external envelope contracting
4. Proven track record managing rainscreen cladding, curtain walling, or composite panel systems
5. Solid understanding of façade construction detailing, weatherproofing principles, and fire safety requirements
6. Familiarity with key façade system manufacturers and proprietary systems
7. Experience working with main contractors and developers on large-scale commercial or residential schemes
8. Strong leadership, commercial awareness, and technical decision-making ability
9. Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel to various project locations

How to Apply:

If you are interested in working for this established company, please apply with your updated CV.