Contracts Manager - Demolition

Smiths (Gloucester) Ltd; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company vehicle

Annual salary review

Life Assurance Scheme

Free on-site parking

Corporate gym membership discounts

Employee Assistance Programme with 24/

Staff discounts

Career progression

High-profile projects

Job summary

Smiths (Gloucester) Ltd is seeking a Contracts Manager to lead the Demolition Division across multiple sites in the South West and South Wales. You will own projects from planning through to completion, ensuring safety, on-time delivery and budget control while mentoring site teams and maintaining strong client relationships.

Essential: SMSTS, SSSTS and a full UK driving licence, plus demonstrable demolition/construction project experience.

Qualifications

• SMSTS qualification.
• SSSTS qualification.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Proven experience managing demolition/construction projects.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing day-to-day delivery of demolition projects and site teams.
• Producing and reviewing risk assessments, safe systems of work, and method statements.
• Leading health and safety briefings and promoting a positive safety culture.
• Developing Site Supervisors and Operatives.
• Maintaining strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Monitoring project performance against programme and budget.
• Recruitment, onboarding, and induction of site personnel.
• Resolving operational challenges and project issues.
• Overseeing project administration and compliance documentation.
• Reviewing timesheets and attendance.

Skills

SMSTS

SSSTS

Driving Licence

Leadership

Demolition

Job description

Contracts Manager – Demolition Division

Competitive Salary + Company Vehicle + Career Progression + Exceptional Benefits

Join a Leading South West Contractor

Smiths (Gloucester) Ltd is a proud family-owned business that has been delivering industry-leading services since 1982. What started as a single owner-operated plant hire company has grown into a diverse group operating across Construction, Demolition, Waste Management, Plant Hire, and Transport throughout the South West and South Wales. Despite our growth, our family values remain at the heart of everything we do. We believe in supporting our people, investing in their development, and creating a workplace where hard work, integrity, and teamwork are genuinely valued.

Due to continued growth and an exciting pipeline of projects, we are looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to join our Demolition Division.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and commercially minded professional to play a pivotal role in delivering a wide range of demolition projects, leading teams, managing client relationships, and driving operational excellence across multiple sites.

The Role

As Contracts Manager, you will take ownership of projects from planning through to completion, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, on time, and within budget. You will be a key leader within the business, supporting site teams while maintaining exceptional standards of quality, compliance, and customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the day-to-day delivery of demolition projects and site teams

• Producing and reviewing risk assessments, safe systems of work, method statements, and project-specific health and safety documentation

• Leading health and safety briefings and promoting a positive safety culture

• Managing, motivating, and developing Site Supervisors and Operatives

• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and supply chain partners

• Monitoring project performance to ensure successful delivery against programme and budget

• Managing recruitment, onboarding, and induction of site personnel

• Proactively resolving operational challenges and project issues

• Overseeing project administration and compliance documentation

• Reviewing and approving timesheets and managing employee attendance

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a confident and experienced manager with a proven track record of delivering successful projects and leading high-performing teams.

Essential Requirements

• SMSTS qualification

• SSSTS qualification

• Full UK Driving Licence

• Demonstrable experience managing construction or demolition projects

• Strong leadership and communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Desirable Qualifications

• CCDO

• Asbestos Managers Certificate

Don't worry if you don't hold every desirable qualification. We'd still like to hear from experienced candidates who have the right attitude, leadership ability, and industry knowledge.

Why Join Smiths?

At Smiths, we recognise that our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to creating an environment where employees can develop their careers, take on new challenges, and be recognised for their contribution.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience

• Company vehicle

• Annual salary review

• Life Assurance Scheme

• Free on-site parking

• Corporate gym membership discounts

• Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 mental health support

• Staff discounts, including 50% off Smiths Skip Hire and discounts across the wider group

• Genuine career progression opportunities within a growing business

• The opportunity to work on high-profile projects across the South West and South Wales

Our Values

At Smiths, our values aren't just written on a wall, they guide how we work every day.

Honesty – we believe doing the right thing and being open and transparent in everything we do.

Family Values – we support one another, show respect, and work together as one team.

Hard Work – we believe determination, commitment, and effort drive success.

Reliability – we deliver on our promises and take pride in being trusted by our customers and colleagues.

Environmental Sustainability – we’re committed to reducing waste, improving recycling, and creating a greener future for generations to come.

If you’re looking to join a well-established, growing business where your experience will be valued and your career can continue to develop, we’d love to hear from you.