Contracts Manager

Rentokil Initial; West of England; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

RI Rewards

Management bonus scheme

40 hours per week (Mon-Fri)

Job summary

Rentokil Initial's DCUK FM division is hiring an Experienced Contracts Manager to oversee licensed asbestos removal projects across the UK. Based in the South or Midlands with UK-wide travel, you will ensure delivery aligns with health and safety standards and budget expectations.

You will bring ARCA/ACAD qualification, asbestos industry experience, and strong client account management to lead on-site teams, manage subcontractors, and drive continuous improvement in quality and compliance.

Qualifications

• Pricing and managing asbestos works experience.
• Client account management experience.
• Asbestos industry experience.
• Full driving licence.
• Motivated and resilient individual.
• DBS check may be required depending on role.
• ARCA/ACAD Asbestos Manager qualification.

Responsibilities

• Submission of ASB5 Notifications
• Provision of quotations for work packages
• Preparation of Plans of Work, including risk assessments
• Plan and resource projects - prepare project programmes
• Resolving project level operational and commercial challenges and change
• Manage competency of asbestos workforce
• Maintain and manage sites, including subcontractors & suppliers
• Managing asbestos surveyors and analysts as required to suit projects
• Ensure that health, safety, wellbeing and environmental related documents are compliant and kept up to date
• Undertake senior manager site inspections, ensuring audits and reports are produced and non-conformances resolved
• Maintain asbestos and general management training
• Participate in senior manager engagement & safety meetings
• Liaise with relevant industry trade bodies and disseminate relevant information
• Providing regular feedback to the appropriate reporting level
• Escalating and communicating issues at the appropriate reporting level
• Maintain continual professional development

Skills

Pricing and managing asbestos works

Client account management

Asbestos industry experience

Driving licence

Motivated and resilient

Education

ARCA / ACAD Asbestos Manager qualification

Job description

DCUK FM Experienced Contracts Manager - Licensed Asbestos

DCUK FM is a leading national provider of Asbestos Removal, Ductwork Cleaning, Specialist Rail and Passive Fire Services across the UK. Part of Rentokil Initial PLC since 2024, we operate across 90 countries around the world. We are a global leader in providing essential services that protect people and enhance lives. Our commitment to innovation and sustainability sets us apart, with a focus on digital solutions and environmentally friendly practices.

But what truly makes us different is our people. As a growing organisation, we’re dedicated to fostering a culture where our colleagues feel valued, empowered, and inspired to reach their full potential.

We offer rewarding careers with opportunities for development and advancement in a diverse and inclusive environment.

We are currently seeking an Experienced Licensed Contracts Manager to join our dedicated team. You will likely be based in the South or Midlands, but comfortable with UK wide travel (other locations will be considered for the right person. You will play a key role in the safe and compliant delivery of licensed and non-licensed asbestos removal projects. If you have experience working within a licensed asbestos role and are a hard working adaptable candidate then this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Why Join DCUK FM?

DCUK, part of the Rentokil Initial Group, offers job stability, career progression, and a supportive work environment. We reward our employees with:

• Competitive Salary Package: Salary starting from £48,000 this is negotiable dependant on experience, and there is potential for a senior role managing the wider team
• Benefits: RI Rewards, management bonus scheme
• Work-Life Balance: Full-time, permanent role, Monday to Friday (40 hr week)
• Industry-Leading Training: Receive top-notch training to support our customers’ needs.

Contracts Manager Role

In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered to company health and safety systems, procedures, the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and industry best practice. The role includes the management of on site operations, effective commercial management and preconstruction responsibilities across a range of asbestos removal projects.

Key responsibilities include:

• Submission of ASB5 Notifications
• Provision of quotations for work packages
• Preparation of Plans of Work, including risk assessments in accordance with company safe systems of work
• Plan and resource projects - prepare project programmes
• Resolving project level operational and commercial challenges and change
• Manage competency of asbestos workforce
• Maintain and manage sites, including subcontractors & suppliers ensuring company procedures and processes are adhered to
• Managing asbestos surveyors and analysts as required to suit projects
• Ensure that health, safety, wellbeing and environmental related documents are compliant and kept up to date
• Undertake senior manager site inspections, ensuring that audits and reports are produced, non-conformances are resolved, and all parties are kept informed
• Maintain asbestos and general management training is maintained
• Participate in senior manager engagement & safety meetings, taking responsibility for actions
• Liaise with relevant industry trade bodies and disseminate relevant information across the business
• Providing regular feedback to the appropriate reporting level
• Escalating and communicating issues at the appropriate reporting level
• Maintain continual professional development

Contracts Manager Requirements

• Experience in pricing and managing asbestos works
• Client Account Management Experience
• Asbestos industry experience
• Driving Licence
• Motivated and resilient individual
• You may be required to pass a DBS check depending on the role you have applied for
• Valid ARCA / ACAD Asbestos Manager qualification

Contracts Manager Benefits

All salary and benefits will be discussed at the interview stage with the Hiring Manager.

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