Scaffolding Manager
Location: Midlands
Sector: Residential, Commercial and Solar
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: Negotiable, dependent on experience
About the Company
Our client is an established Midlands-based scaffolding contractor operating across residential, commercial and solar projects, with an annual turnover of approximately £1.5m. The business has a strong regional reputation for safe delivery, compliance, and reliability, and is now focused on continued growth.
Role Overview
The Scaffolding Manager will work closely with the Director to oversee the day-to-day running of the business. This senior role is responsible for operational delivery, managing a team of 10–20 scaffolders, ensuring full health and safety compliance, and supporting business development through existing industry relationships and tender opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the Director in the overall management and smooth operation of the business
* Plan, coordinate and oversee scaffolding projects across residential, commercial and solar sectors
* Manage labour, logistics, materials and scheduling to ensure safe, timely and cost-effective delivery
* Lead and supervise a team of 10–20 scaffolders, including site visits and toolbox talks
* Ensure compliance with all relevant HSE regulations, including RAMS and site inspections
* Act as a point of contact for clients, inspectors and regulatory bodies
* Support tendering, pricing and client proposals, using existing industry contacts
* Provide regular operational and commercial updates to the Director
Requirements
* Proven experience in a senior scaffolding role (Manager, Supervisor or Contracts Manager)
* Strong knowledge of scaffolding regulations and best practice
* Experience managing teams across multiple projects
* SMSTS, or SSSTS with strong experience
* CISRS Advanced Scaffolder, or equivalent experience
* Commercial awareness with the ability to support business development
* Full UK driving licence
What’s on Offer
* Negotiable salary, dependent on experience
* Senior leadership role with real influence on business operations and growth
* Long-term, permanent opportunity within a stable and established scaffolding contractor