Contracts Manager- Facades

This is an opportunity to join one of the UK's most progressive principal contractors, operating at the forefront of the fa ade remediation and external envelope sector. The successful Contracts Manager will play a key role in overseeing the delivery of multiple projects across the UK. This is a genuinely hands-on Contracts Manager position, combining senior project oversight with a strong presence on site and direct involvement in driving teams, programme and delivery. Backed by a publicly listed parent group with turnover exceeding 600 million and strong financial reserves, the business combines the stability of an established group with the pace and flexibility of a specialist contractor. With projects secured into 2029 and values reaching circa 22 million, this is a business offering genuine long-term stability and progression. The company is also known for doing things differently. Its Contracts Managers are expected to be visible, hands-on and actively involved in solving problems on site, working closely with Site Managers, Project Managers, subcontractors and clients to drive projects forward. Contracts Manager - Salary & Benefits Salary: 80,000 - 100,000 DOE (open to discussion)Office near Portsmouth- flexible with hybrid/remote working & nationwide projects 25 days holiday + Bank HolidaysLoyalty incentives increasing holiday entitlement up to 30 daysChristmas shutdownCompany bonus schemeProject and departmental bonus schemesPersonal reward schemeCompany share/LTIP opportunitiesDeath in service coverCritical illness coverAviva Smart Health and wellbeing supportMentor, coaching and personal development programmesMonthly internal training, Udemy and CPD coursesFinancial support for professional studiesDepartment social budgets and regular company eventsCharity fundraising daysContracts Manager - Job Overview Take responsibility for the successful delivery of multiple fa ade, cladding and external envelope projectsProvide strong day-to-day leadership across site teams, driving programme, productivity and construction methodologyMaintain a visible and hands-on presence on site, working directly with Site Managers, Supervisors, subcontractors and operativesLead projects from pre-construction through to completion and handoverDevelop and manage programmes, sequencing, logistics and project delivery plansCoordinate design, procurement, commercial and site teams to keep projects progressingChair progress meetings with clients, consultants, subcontractors and internal teamsMonitor progress against programme and contractual milestones, implementing recovery strategies where requiredTake ownership of site-based issues, resolving problems quickly and practicallyMaintain strong standards across health and safety, quality and workmanshipSupport commercial teams with cost control, variations, procurement and project performanceBuild and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and the supply chainMentor and develop Site Managers and other members of the project delivery teamContracts Manager - Requirements Willingness to travel nationwideStrong experience delivering projects within fa ade, cladding, roofing or the wider external envelope sectorPrevious experience as a Contracts Manager, Senior Contracts Manager or equivalentProven experience managing projects from pre-construction through to completionStrong site management and construction delivery backgroundConfident leading Site Managers, subcontractors and wider project teamsStrong understanding of programmes, sequencing, logistics, quality and health & safetyCommercially aware with a good understanding of contract performance and project costsExcellent communication and client-facing skillsA hands-on, proactive approach with the ability to get out on site and drive issues through to resolutionExperience within a specialist contractor or principal contractor environment preferredWhat makes this opportunity different? Secure workload and confirmed projects extending into 2029Financial backing from a 600m+ publicly listed groupProjects ranging up to circa 22 millionA genuinely hands-on Contracts Manager position rather than a purely administrative or contractual roleStrong involvement in the day-to-day delivery and leadership of projectsGenuine progression opportunities as the business continues to growA progressive culture where employee feedback directly influences senior managementSignificant investment in training, coaching and personal developmentStrong internal progression, with senior leaders having developed through the businessSpecialist fa ade and envelope expertise retained in-houseA modern approach to construction, commercial management and project deliveryBennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. 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