Contracts Manager – Cladding and Roofing
Salford
Role Overview
The Cladding Contracts Manager is responsible for the successful delivery of cladding packages across multiple projects, ensuring works are completed safely, on time, within budget, and in full compliance with contractual, technical, and regulatory requirements. This role involves managing site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers while maintaining strong client relationships and high-quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
Project & Contract Management
1. Manage multiple cladding contracts from pre-construction through to final account and handover
2. Review and administer contract terms, variations, and change control procedures
3. Monitor project progress against programme and budget, implementing corrective actions where required
4. Lead regular project and client meetings, providing accurate reports on progress, risks, and costs
Commercial & Financial Control
5. Oversee project budgets, valuations, applications for payment, and cost forecasts
6. Manage subcontractor accounts, valuations, and final accounts
7. Identify and manage variations, claims, and commercial risks
Health, Safety & Compliance
8. Ensure all works comply with HSE requirements, company policies, and statutory regulations
9. Enforce site safety standards and lead by example in promoting a strong safety culture
10. Ensure compliance with building regulations, fire safety requirements, and relevant cladding standards (e.g. CWCT, NHBC, BS standards)
Technical & Quality Assurance
11. Oversee installation of cladding systems including rainscreen, SFS, aluminium, composite panels, and associated interfaces
12. Ensure works are delivered in accordance with drawings, specifications, and approved details
13. Implement and manage QA procedures, inspections, and snagging processes
Team & Stakeholder Management
14. Manage site managers, supervisors, and project teams
15. Coordinate with clients, main contractors, consultants, architects, and suppliers
16. Support and mentor junior staff where required
Skills & Experience
Essential
17. Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within cladding, façade, or envelope works
18. Strong knowledge of cladding systems, materials, and installation methods
19. Good understanding of construction contracts (e.g. JCT)
20. Strong commercial and contractual awareness
21. Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills
22. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Desirable
23. Relevant construction qualification (HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent)
24. SMSTS and CSCS
25. Experience working on high-rise or residential schemes
26. Knowledge of fire compliance and remediation works
Personal Attributes
27. Proactive and solutions-focused
28. Strong attention to detail
29. Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
30. Professional, reliable, and client-focused