Scaffolding Contracts Director

ONLi Group Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A scaffolding contractor in the UK is seeking an experienced Scaffolding Contracts Director to lead multiple projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and maintaining client relationships. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership skills, a strong understanding of the scaffolding industry, and relevant qualifications. This role offers a competitive salary and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Career progression opportunities

Ongoing training and professional development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior-level contracts management role within the scaffolding industry.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent commercial awareness and contract negotiation expertise.

Responsibilities

• Oversee scaffolding project planning and execution to ensure timely delivery.
• Lead project teams and manage client relationships.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and industry best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Commercial awareness

Contract negotiation

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

CISRS, SMSTS, NEBOSH or equivalent

Job description

Our client is a leading Scaffolding contractor in the South East who are now seeking an experienced and results-driven Scaffolding Contracts Director to lead and oversee the management of multiple scaffolding contracts. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the efficient delivery of projects, maintaining client relationships, driving business growth, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the planning, execution, and completion of scaffolding projects, ensuring on time delivery, budget adherence, and highest safety standards.
• Lead and manage project teams, including contracts managers, supervisors, and operatives.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, acting as the key point of contact for contract negotiations, issue resolution, and customer satisfaction.
• Identify business development opportunities, contributing to the growth and expansion of the scaffolding contracts.
• Ensure all scaffolding operations comply with health and safety regulations, industry best practices, and company policies.
• Implement and maintain strict labour control procedures to optimise workforce efficiency, manage staffing levels, and control project costs.
• Monitor financial performance, managing budgets, cost control, and profitability of scaffolding contracts.
• Work closely with internal teams, including commercial, estimating, and design, to ensure seamless project execution.
• Provide leadership, mentoring, and professional development opportunities for the scaffolding team.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of scaffolding industry trends, legislation, and innovations.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in a senior-level contracts management role within the scaffolding industry.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, inspiring and motivating teams.
• Excellent commercial awareness, contract negotiation and cost management expertise.
• In-depth knowledge of scaffolding regulations, health and safety standards, and best practices.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, building and maintaining client relationships.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
• Demonstrated experience in implementing and managing labour control procedures.
• Relevant qualifications in scaffolding management (e.g., CISRS, SMSTS, NEBOSH, or equivalent) are desirable.
• Full UK driving licence.

What They Offer:

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