Contracts Manager – Cladding & Planned Works

Contracts Manager – Cladding & Planned Works

Location: Bromley / London (2–3 days office-based, remainder site-based)
Salary: £80,000–£85,000 + 10% Car Allowance + Paid Travel
Type: Permanent | Full-time

The Role
We are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to lead and manage planned works projects, with a focus on cladding, across London and the South East. You will oversee contract delivery, monitor commercial performance, manage operational teams, and ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality standards. This is a senior leadership role requiring strong commercial awareness, people management skills, and a solutions-focused approach.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all operational and commercial aspects of contracts, ensuring client satisfaction and KPI achievement

• Lead, train, and motivate operational teams and supply chain partners

• Monitor project cashflow, profitability, and risk, ensuring robust cost control

• Maintain compliance with quality, safety, and environmental standards

• Oversee programme management, project mobilisation, and contractual reporting

• Conduct site visits and supply chain performance reviews to ensure high standards

• Promote a positive team culture, equality, and inclusion

About You

• 5+ years’ contract management experience in social housing or planned works, with cladding expertise

• BSc in Construction Management (or equivalent) and NVQ Level 6

• SMSTS and IOSH certified

• Strong commercial awareness, leadership, and communication skills

• Proficient in MS Project and relevant IT systems

What’s on Offer
£80k–£85k salary, 10% car allowance, paid travel, full training and professional development, and the opportunity to lead high-profile cladding and planned works projects in a supportive, collaborative environment.