roofing contracts manager

Henley Chase; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in the East Midlands is seeking a Contracts Supervisor/Junior Contracts Manager to act as a key point of contact for clients and subcontractors. This role involves overseeing multiple projects, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and effective communication with the team. The ideal candidate will have an NVQ in Construction Supervision, relevant experience in the roofing industry, and a commitment to professional development. Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising flat roofing contracts preferred.
• Wider construction contract management experience is advantageous.
• Ability to work at heights is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with clients and site supervisors, providing updates.
• Oversee multiple projects to ensure quality standards are met.
• Coordinate material orders, deliveries, and dispatches.
• Compile and review Method Statements and Risk Assessments.
• Ensure Health & Safety compliance in all operations.

Skills

Strong communication and negotiation skills

Project management skills

Problem-solving ability

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Flexibility and attention to detail

Education

NVQ in Construction Supervision

Valid CSCS card

SMSTS certificate preferred

Full, clean UK driving licence

Job description

Role to fill is below:

The Contracts Supervisor/Junior Contracts Manager will act as a key point of contact for clients, subcontractors, and the workforce, ensuring queries are handled or delegated in a professional and responsible manner. This role is ideal for a well-organised, motivated individual with proven experience in the roofing industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as daily liaison with clients and site supervisors, providing regular project updates.
• Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring quality standards, specifications, budgets, and deadlines are met.
• Coordinate with the team to ensure materials are ordered, delivered, and dispatched efficiently.
• Compile and review Method Statements and Risk Assessments.
• Ensure full Health & Safety compliance, including Tool Box Talks, WIP Assessments, and monthly audit reporting.
• Identify and manage deviations from proposals, including variations in scope and specifications.
• Provide weekly key objective reports to Directors detailing project status and workload.
• Survey new projects, supplying measurements, proposed specifications, and client requirements to the estimating team.
• Attend on-site meetings as required.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Well-organised, flexible, and detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving ability.
• Effective people, time, and project management skills.
• Positive and proactive, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Qualifications & Experience

• NVQ in Construction Supervision.
• Full, clean UK driving licence.
• Valid CSCS card.
• SMSTS certificate preferred (SSSTS minimum).
• Ability to work at heights.
• DBS check (to be arranged by the company).
• Experience supervising flat roofing contracts preferred; wider construction contract management experience advantageous.
• Applications from individuals currently studying will also be considered.