Scaffolding Contracts Director

ONLi Group Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Scaffolding Contracts Director to oversee multiple projects in the South East. This role involves ensuring efficient project delivery, maintaining client relationships, and driving business growth while adhering to safety regulations. The successful candidate will lead project teams, manage budgets, and implement strategies for operational efficiency. Join a supportive and dynamic working environment that offers career progression and ongoing professional development opportunities. If you have a proven track record in contracts management and a passion for scaffolding, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Career progression

Supportive working environment

Ongoing training opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in senior contracts management within scaffolding.
• Strong leadership and excellent commercial awareness.

Responsibilities

• Oversee scaffolding projects ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery.
• Lead project teams and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Contracts Management

Leadership

Commercial Awareness

Health and Safety Standards

Client Relationship Management

Strategic Thinking

Labour Control Procedures

Problem-Solving

Education

CISRS

SMSTS

NEBOSH

Job description

Our client is a leading scaffolding contractor in the South East seeking an experienced and results-driven Scaffolding Contracts Director.

The successful candidate will oversee multiple scaffolding contracts, ensuring efficient project delivery, maintaining client relationships, driving business growth, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Oversee planning, execution, and completion of scaffolding projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest safety standards.
2. Lead and manage project teams, including contracts managers, supervisors, and operatives.
3. Develop and maintain strong client relationships, acting as the key point of contact for negotiations, issue resolution, and customer satisfaction.
4. Identify business development opportunities to grow and expand scaffolding contracts.
5. Ensure all operations comply with health and safety regulations, industry best practices, and company policies.
6. Implement and maintain labour control procedures to optimise workforce efficiency, manage staffing levels, and control project costs.
7. Monitor financial performance, manage budgets, costs, and profitability.
8. Develop operational strategies to improve efficiency, productivity, and service quality.
9. Collaborate with internal teams such as commercial, estimating, and design for seamless project execution.
10. Provide leadership, mentoring, and professional development for the scaffolding team.
11. Stay updated on industry trends, legislation, and innovations.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in a senior contracts management role within the scaffolding industry.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent commercial awareness, including contract negotiation and cost management.
• Deep knowledge of scaffolding regulations, health and safety standards, and best practices.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build and maintain client relationships.
• Strategic thinking with proactive problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Experience in implementing labour control procedures for operational efficiency.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., CISRS, SMSTS, NEBOSH) are desirable.
• Full UK driving licence.

What They Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Career progression within a growing, reputable company.
• Supportive and dynamic working environment.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.