Contract Manager – Cladding/Facades

Contract Manager – External Cladding/Facades Remediation
Tier 1 Maintenance Contractor
Cambridge/Dartford
£75-85,000 + car allowance

Role Overview
We are searching for experienced Contract Manager to lead the delivery of a major cladding and façade remediation project based in Cambridge. Joining a industry leading specialist contractor, you will oversee high-profile residential refurbishment and crucial fire safety works. This is a fantastic opportunity for a experienced contract manager with extensive cladding and facade knowledge to take ownership of a flagship project.

Key Responsibilities
As the Contract Manager, you will hold full operational and commercial accountability for the project. Your core duties will include:

• Project Delivery: Take full responsibility for the end-to-end, successful delivery of the cladding remediation project.
• Operations & Supply Chain: Effectively manage site teams, subcontractors, and the broader supply chain to ensure all works are delivered safely, on time, and strictly within budget.
• Stakeholder Management: Build, maintain, and nurture strong, professional relationships with clients, local residents, and key stakeholders.
• Compliance & Health & Safety: Actively monitor the project programme, manage construction risks, and ensure rigorous compliance with Health & Safety (H&S) regulations and strict quality standards.
• Commercial Management: Oversee the commercial performance of the project, managing variations, cost controls, and final accounts.
• Leadership & Reporting: Lead and deliver regular progress meetings, provide detailed performance reports to senior management, and support/motivate the site teams to drive high performance.

Key Requirements

• Sector Experience: Proven track record working as a Contract Manager within the external cladding, facade, or major fire safety remediation sectors.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of modern cladding systems, facade construction, and current fire safety legislation/residential refurbishment frameworks.
• Flexibility: Be able to commute and commit to the required working arrangements (3 days in Cambridge, 2 days in Dartford).
• Skills: Exceptional communication skills, commercial astuteness, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.