Contracts Manager - Roofing

Henley Chase; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Henley Chase is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee site operations, coordinate subcontractors and materials, and ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme and to the required standards. You will work closely with project teams, clients and management to review project requirements, monitor progress and maintain health, safety and quality compliance across multiple sites.

Responsibilities include developing project strategies, reviewing documentation, attending

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating site operations across multiple projects.
• Strong understanding of health, safety and quality standards.
• Ability to communicate with clients, subcontractors and management.

Responsibilities

• Develop project strategy with the project team.
• Review project documentation to understand scope and requirements.
• Oversee mobilisation to completion, ensuring work meets programme and specs.
• Attend meetings with clients and project teams.
• Assess works via site visits and surveys; identify risks and requirements.
• Prepare and update RAMS, reports and programme updates.
• Coordinate subcontractors and communicate project needs to management.
• Ensure adherence to HSE guidelines and company procedures on site.
• Plan health and safety procedures across projects.
• Monitor progress and address delays or issues.
• Manage day-to-day queries with subcontractor supervisors.
• Support development of subcontractor relationships and supply chain.
• Liaise with procurement to ensure timeliness of orders.

Skills

Project coordination

Health & safety

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Construction/Engineering

Tools

RAMS

Procurement

Job description

Role Overview

The Operations Manager will work closely with project teams, clients, subcontractors and internal management to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on programme and to the required standards.

The role will involve overseeing site operations, coordinating subcontractors and materials, reviewing project requirements and ensuring health, safety and quality standards are maintained throughout each project.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with the project team to develop a clear understanding of project strategy, objectives and requirements.
• Review and analyse project and contract documentation to ensure a thorough understanding of scope, specifications and requirements.
• Oversee projects from mobilisation through to completion, ensuring works are delivered in line with agreed specifications and programmes.
• Attend pre-start meetings, site meetings and project meetings with clients and project teams.
• Assess works through surveys and site visits, identifying requirements and potential issues.
• Prepare, compile and regularly update project reports, method statements, RAMS and programme updates.
• Liaise with site teams and clients to communicate project requirements and provide updates to the management team.
• Ensure all HSE guidelines, company procedures and site rules are followed by supervisors, operatives and subcontractors.
• Work closely with safety teams to plan and implement appropriate health and safety procedures across projects.
• Monitor site progress and ensure works remain on programme.
• Liaise with subcontractor supervisors to manage day-to-day queries and resolve operational issues.
• Coordinate and manage subcontractors and supply chain partners on site.
• Assist with maintaining and developing strong relationships with contractors and subcontractors to support long-term strategic partnerships.
• Liaise with the TQS to ensure materials and equipment are ordered in sufficient time to meet project requirements.
• Manage the call-off of materials in line with project programmes and start dates.
• Liaise with the Procurement Manager to ensure project materials are ordered in a timely manner.
• Receive, review and respond to site reports and documentation provided by client representatives.
• Identify potential delays, issues or risks and communicate these to the relevant management team.
• Support the effective coordination of labour, materials, equipment and subcontractors across projects.
• Assist with the management and development of subcontractors and supply chain partners.

Staff & Subcontractor Management

• Assist with the management of subcontractors and supply chain partners.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and ensure works are completed to the required standards.
• Provide support and guidance to supervisors and site teams where required.
• Ensure subcontractors comply with company procedures, health and safety requirements and project specifications.

General

This list is not exhaustive, and the Operations Manager may be required to undertake other duties of a similar level and nature as required by the business.

Job Description Review

This job description reflects the role as it is currently constituted and may be reviewed and updated from time to time to reflect changes in responsibilities, business requirements or working practices.

Employees will be consulted regarding any significant changes to their role. Where agreement cannot be reached, the company reserves the right to amend, add to, remove or substitute duties, provided that the fundamental nature of the position remains unchanged.