Contracts Manager Drylinning

Synergy Personnel Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Synergy Personnel LTD in London is seeking a practical Contracts Manager (Drylining) to oversee four live drylining contracts, from inception to handover. The role blends on-site management with office-based planning, programming and client liaison to keep projects on time and within budget.

You must bring a direct drylining subcontractor background, strong site and office experience, and the ability to drive efficient procurement, site labour control and reporting.

Qualifications

• Direct drylining subcontractor background with practical constraints and techniques.
• Balanced site and office experience, able to communicate with operatives and senior stakeholders.
• Experience managing industrial unit fit-outs or commercial partitions/ceilings.
• Proven ability to manage multiple small-to-medium projects simultaneously.
• Full UK Driving Licence; CSCS, SMSTS and First Aid are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage 4 active drylining contracts from inception to handover, ensuring safety, quality and programme delivery.
• Spend 1 dedicated day per week on each live project site to audit progress and interface with clients.
• Allocate labour, procure materials and carry out commercial tracking on a weekly basis.
• Balance site troubleshooting with administration, including programming, variations and progress reporting.
• Monitor project costs against budgets across values from £20k to £1m.

Skills

Drylining subcontractor background

Site and office experience

Project/contract management

Driving licence

CSCS

SMSTS

First Aid

Job description

Synergy Personnel LTD are currently recruiting for a Contracts Manager (Drylining Subcontractor)

Job Title: Contracts Manager (Drylining)

Position Type: Full-Time / Permanent or Long-Term Freelance

Location: London Based (4 days on site, 1 day office/home)

Start Date: Immediate Start Available

Salary / Rate: £65,000 - £75,000 per annum (Perm Or Freelance)

Or Competitive freelance day rates

Project Sectors

Industrial UnitsProject Values: £20,000 to £1,000,000

About Our Client

We are currently recruiting on behalf of an established, fast-growing specialist drylining subcontractor delivering high-quality commercial and industrial interiors across London. Known for their agility and excellent pipeline of work, they specialize in transforming industrial units with precise partitioning, linings, and ceiling systems. Due to recent contract wins, they are looking for a practical, driven Contracts Manager to join their team immediately.

The Role

This is a hands-on, subcontractor-focused role. Our client is specifically looking for an authentic individual who has a strong foundation working on-site, combined with the capability to handle office-based logistics and client management.

You will manage a portfolio of exactly 4 active projects at any one time. Your standard week will involve a highly structured routine: spending 1 full day per week on each of the 4 live sites across London, with the 5th day split between the office and working from home for administration, programming, and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage 4 active drylining contracts simultaneously from inception to final handover, ensuring high standards of safety, quality, and program delivery.
• Spend 1 dedicated day per week on each live project site to audit progress, manage labor, and interface with clients.
• Utilize 1 day per week for office or home-based administration, including material procurement, labor allocation, and commercial tracking.
• Balance site-based troubleshooting with office-based administration (including programming, variations, and progress reporting).
• Monitor project costs closely against budgets on values ranging from minor works (£20k) to larger fit-outs (£1m).

What We Are Looking For

• Direct drylining subcontractor background - you must understand the practical constraints, speeds, and techniques of the trade.
• A balanced split of site and office experience - you can confidently talk to site operatives and build relationships in boardroom client meetings.
• Experience managing industrial unit fit-outs or commercial partitions/ceilings.
• Proven track record handling multiple small-to-medium projects simultaneously.
• Full UK Driving License (essential).
• Valid CSCS Card, SMSTS, and First Aid are highly desirable.

What's on Offer

• Salary of £65,000 - £75,000 (dependent on experience) for permanent candidates.
• Long-term stable contract with competitive day rates for freelance or a permanent salary for applicants.
• Dedicated car allowance, or a company vehicle can be provided if preferred.
• 1 day per week working from home or from the London office.
• Immediate start available for the right candidate.