Contracts Manager - Roofing

PPM Recruitment; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Pension

Laptop & Mobile Phone

Job summary

PPM Recruitment is seeking a Contracts Manager specializing in flat roofing to oversee high-value contracts across the North West. You will lead site teams, coordinate activities with Tier 1 contractors and end users, and ensure delivery on time, within budget, and to safety standards.

The role requires proven roofing management experience, strong H&S knowledge, and the ability to read technical drawings and specifications. A UK driving licence and SMSTS/CSCS are preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Contracts Manager or site manager in roofing/construction.
• Experience managing £100k–£2m roofing projects.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety and site management procedures.
• Ability to read drawings and specifications.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Proactive, commercially aware and solution-focused.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and site teams.
• Full UK driving licence.
• SMSTS and CSCS.
• Experience working with Tier 1 main contractors and/or end users (beneficial).

Responsibilities

• Work with Directors to achieve project objectives and deliverables.
• Manage day-to-day delivery of flat roofing contracts.
• Oversee Health & Safety across live projects and ensure compliance.
• Assist mobilisation and setup of new sites.
• Ensure activities follow RAMS, drawings and specifications.
• Carry out quality inspections and ensure manufacturer requirements.
• Attend meetings with Tier 1 contractors and clients.
• Manage site operatives and subcontractors; monitor progress and productivity.
• Prepare weekly site reports and project documentation.
• Coordinate materials and equipment deliveries to site.
• Maintain communication between site teams, clients and management.
• Identify and resolve site issues promptly.

Skills

Contract management

Roofing expertise

Team leadership

H&S knowledge

Reading drawings

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Commercial awareness

Multi-project management

Driving licence

Education

SMSTS

CSCS

Tools

SMSTS

CSCS

Job description

Contracts Manager - Flat Roofing

Location: Manchester / North West - Site & Office Based

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum + Company Car

Benefits: Pension, Laptop & Mobile Phone

The Role

PPM Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced Contracts Manager to join an established roofing contractor operating across the North West.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced roofing professional to take responsibility for the successful delivery of flat roofing contracts ranging from £100k to £2m.

The company works closely with Tier 1 main contractors and major end users, delivering roofing packages across a variety of sectors including:

• Healthcare
• Schools and education
• Universities
• Offices and commercial buildings
• Supermarkets and retail
• Public-sector buildings

Working closely with the company Directors, you will take ownership of projects from mobilisation through to completion, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, on programme and to the required quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with company Directors to ensure project objectives and deliverables are achieved.
• Take responsibility for the day-to-day management and delivery of flat roofing contracts.
• Oversee Health & Safety across live projects and ensure compliance with company procedures and legislation.
• Assist with the mobilisation and setup of new sites.
• Ensure all site activities are completed in accordance with approved RAMS, drawings and specifications.
• Carry out regular quality control inspections, ensuring works comply with manufacturer requirements and project specifications.
• Attend and represent the company at meetings with Tier 1 contractors, clients and end users.
• Manage and supervise site operatives and subcontractors.
• Monitor productivity, workmanship and progress against programme.
• Complete accurate weekly site reports, surveys and project documentation.
• Coordinate the timely delivery of materials and equipment to site.
• Maintain clear communication between site teams, clients, main contractors and company management.
• Identify and resolve site issues promptly and proactively.
• Monitor material usage and carry out stock checks where required.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship, safety and client satisfaction throughout each project.

Candidate Requirements

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager, Site Manager or similar within roofing/construction.
• Strong practical experience within flat roofing.
• Experience managing roofing projects valued from £100k up to £2m.
• Experience working with Tier 1 main contractors and/or major end users.
• Good knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and site management procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications and manufacturer requirements.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• A proactive, commercially aware and solution-focused approach.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and site teams effectively.
• Full UK driving licence.
• SMSTS and CSCS.

The Opportunity

This is a hands-on Contracts Manager position for someone who wants to take genuine ownership of high-value flat roofing projects up to £2m, working directly with company Directors and leading main contractors.

If you have strong flat roofing experience and are looking for a position offering responsibility, variety and long-term progression within a supportive business, we would be keen to hear from you.