VRS Contracts Manager

Littlewood Group; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Littlewood Group seeks a VRS Contracts Manager to support contract management related to vehicle restraint systems in the UK. The role involves coordinating with clients and teams, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and conducting site inspections. The ideal candidate has a full UK driving license, strong communication skills, relevant qualifications such as NVQ level 4 or 5, and experience in the fencing industry. This position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Possess a full UK driving licence.
• Driven and motivated to succeed, happy working to targets.
• Can adapt to different tasks quickly and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Support the management of VRS contracts from tender through to completion.
• Monitor contractor performance, programmes, and budgets.
• Carry out site visits and inspections to check quality and safety compliance.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Good IT skills

Ability to work under pressure

Organised with good time management

Team oriented

Education

NVQ level 4 or 5

SMSTS

CSCS

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

The Vehicle Restraint Systems (VRS) Contracts Manager supports the delivery, performance and compliance of contracts related to vehicle restraint systems, including safety barriers, guardrails, and associated infrastructure. Working alongside senior managers, this role helps ensure contractual obligations are met while maintaining Littlewood Group’s high standards of safety, quality, and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the management of VRS contracts from tender through to completion
• Assist in coordinating with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams
• Help ensure works comply with UK standards (including EN 1317) and client specifications
• Monitor contractor performance, programmes, and budgets with guidance from senior staff
• Carry out site visits and inspections to check quality and safety compliance
• Assist in identifying and managing risks, variations, and contract issues
• Support preparation and review of RAMS (Risk Assessments and Method Statements)
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation
• Provide support to procurement and commercial teams during tender processes
• Contribute to continuous improvement in safety, efficiency, and cost control

Experience and Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence
• Possess strong communication skills, written and verbal
• Possess good IT skills
• Driven and motivated to succeed, happy working to targets
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Organised, with good time management skills
• Can adapt to different tasks quickly, efficiently, and confidently
• Team orientated, however capable of working autonomously in a busy office environment
• Knowledge of the fencing industry
• Working knowledge of MS Outlook, Word and Excel
• SMSTS
• CSCS
• NVQ level 4 or 5

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package.

As part of the Network Plus Group, Littlewood Group is the UK’s leading fence installation contractor, with offices in East Sussex, the Midlands and Wales. Established in 1996, we have a £53m turnover and a workforce of 220 employees. We are trusted partners of major contractors, including HS2, National Highways and the MOD. Our expertise covers the design, supply and installation of fencing, security systems, vehicle restraints, noise barriers, gates, access control and associated ground works. Guided by our core values - Flair, Integrity, Responsibility, Safety, and Teamwork - we deliver quality and reliability across the UK.

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