Demolition Contracts Lead - Career Growth & Vehicle

Smiths (Gloucester) Ltd; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company vehicle

Annual salary review

Life Assurance

Free on-site parking

Gym membership discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Staff discounts

Career progression

High-profile projects

Job summary

Smiths (Gloucester) Ltd in the South West is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to lead the Demolition Division. You will own projects from planning through delivery, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time performance across multiple sites.

You will manage site teams, build client relationships, drive operational excellence, and mentor Supervisors and Operatives. Essential qualifications include SMSTS, SSSTS, and a full UK driving licence; a proactive leader with strong communication is

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Skills

SMSTS

SSSTS

Driving Licence

Demolition projects

Leadership

Communication

Prioritisation

Job description

Smiths (Gloucester) Ltd in the South West is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to lead the Demolition Division. You will own projects from planning through delivery, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time performance across multiple sites.

You will manage site teams, build client relationships, drive operational excellence, and mentor Supervisors and Operatives. Essential qualifications include SMSTS, SSSTS, and a full UK driving licence; a proactive leader with strong communication is