Contracts Manager- Facades

Job Profile for Contracts Manager- Facades 47109

A progressive and people-focused principal contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Contracts Manager to support its continued growth across major façade remediation projects. This role will oversee a flagship scheme in Leeds, alongside other high-value projects across the North, offering the opportunity to join a stable, cash-rich business with an outstanding reputation for technical delivery.

With work secured well beyond 2026 and a forward workload stretching into 2028, the company continues to invest heavily in its people, technology, and long-term growth. Projects range in value up to £22 million and include complex schemes across residential towers, stadiums, commercial developments, healthcare, education, and public sector buildings. They have established long-term relationships with blue-chip clients and are recognised for delivering technically challenging façade remediation and fire safety projects.

Following sustained growth, the business is forecast to exceed £60 million turnover this year. Backed by a listed parent group with significant financial strength, they combine the security of a well-funded organisation with an entrepreneurial culture that genuinely values its people and promotes internal progression.

What makes this opportunity different?

• Forward workload confirmed into 2028
• Secure financial backing with strong cash reserves
• Low staff turnover and genuine opportunities for progression
• Structured mentoring and coaching from experienced leaders
• Proven examples of employees significantly increasing their earnings through progression
• Regular employee feedback that directly influences senior management decisions
• Ongoing training, flexible working, and long-term incentives including share opportunities

Contracts Manager Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £75,000 - £95,000 (DOE)- possibly more for a strong candidate
• 25-30 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Hybrid Working Available
• Pension Scheme
• Project Bonus Scheme
• Company Bonus Scheme
• 2 Years' Death in Service Cover
• Critical Illness Cover
• Team Social Events
• Company Events & Supportive Social Environment
• Comprehensive In-house & External Training and Development
• Access to Udemy & Professional Training Courses
• Charity Fundraising Days

Contracts Manager Job Overview

• Overseeing a flagship façade remediation scheme in Leeds, alongside other major projects across the North.
• Managing the successful delivery of multiple façade remediation and cladding projects, ensuring programmes, budgets, quality standards, and client expectations are achieved.
• Taking responsibility for contract management, commercial performance, risk management, health & safety, and overall project compliance.
• Leading Project Managers, Site Managers, and delivery teams to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Supporting business growth through the successful delivery of complex façade remediation and fire safety projects.
• Occasional travel across the UK as required to support project delivery.

Contracts Manager Requirements

• Minimum 2 years' experience as a Contracts Manager delivering façade, cladding, or fire remediation projects.
• Strong technical and contractual knowledge with excellent commercial awareness.
• Proven experience managing multiple project teams, subcontractors, and client relationships.
• Excellent understanding of health & safety legislation and construction best practice.
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
• Able to commute to Leeds and travel across projects in the North as required.

Bennett 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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