Senior Contracts Manager – Roofing Projects Lead

Sphere Solutions; Milton Damerel; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Phone & laptop

Career progression

Autonomy

Supportive environment

Job summary

Sphere Solutions is assisting a well‑established roofing contractor in Bridgend to appoint a Contracts Manager. You will oversee contracts from mobilisation to completion, coordinating labour, materials and subcontractors to meet programs, budgets and quality standards.

Ideal candidates will have strong commercial and operational roofing experience, excellent stakeholder management and a proactive problem‑solving approach. A full UK driving licence and health & safety awareness are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Manager ideally within roofing or construction, stepping up into a Contracts Manager role.
• Strong knowledge of roofing systems, construction processes and site operations.
• Experience managing teams.
• Good commercial awareness, including budgets, costs, variations and valuations.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• The ability to build and maintain positive relationships with clients and contractors.
• A proactive approach to problem‑solving and project management.
• Strong understanding of construction health & safety requirements.
• Good IT skills and confidence using Microsoft Office and relevant project management systems.
• A full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple roofing contracts and projects from commencement through to completion.
• Plan and coordinate labour, materials, plant and subcontractors.
• Liaise with clients, main contractors, consultants and other stakeholders.
• Monitor project programmes, costs, budgets and margins.
• Ensure works are delivered in accordance with contract requirements and specifications.
• Conduct regular site visits and monitor progress and quality.
• Manage variations, valuations, applications for payment and associated commercial matters.
• Identify and resolve project issues promptly and effectively and ensure compliance with health, safety, quality and environmental requirements.
• Work closely with site managers, supervisors and operatives to ensure efficient delivery.
• Review project performance and provide regular updates to senior management.
• Assist with tendering, estimating and mobilisation of new contracts as required.
• Maintain strong client relationships and identify opportunities for repeat and additional work.

Skills

Contract management

Budget management

Team leadership

Client relationship

Negotiation

Planning

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

Sphere Solutions is assisting a well‑established roofing contractor in Bridgend to appoint a Contracts Manager. You will oversee contracts from mobilisation to completion, coordinating labour, materials and subcontractors to meet programs, budgets and quality standards.

Ideal candidates will have strong commercial and operational roofing experience, excellent stakeholder management and a proactive problem‑solving approach. A full UK driving licence and health & safety awareness are essential.