Contracts Manager - Cladding

Location: Salford

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

Manage multiple cladding contracts from pre-construction through to final account and handover

Review and administer contract terms, variations, and change control procedures

Monitor project progress against programme and budget, implementing corrective actions where required

Lead regular project and client meetings, providing accurate reports on progress, risks, and costs

Commercial & Financial Control

Oversee project budgets, valuations, applications for payment, and cost forecasts

Manage subcontractor accounts, valuations, and final accounts

Identify and manage variations, claims, and commercial risks

Health, Safety & Compliance

Ensure all works comply with HSE requirements, company policies, and statutory regulations

Enforce site safety standards and lead by example in promoting a strong safety culture

Ensure compliance with building regulations, fire safety requirements, and relevant cladding standards (e.g. CWCT, NHBC, BS standards)

Technical & Quality Assurance

Oversee installation of cladding systems including rainscreen, SFS, aluminium, composite panels, and associated interfaces

Ensure works are delivered in accordance with drawings, specifications, and approved details

Implement and manage QA procedures, inspections, and snagging processes

Team & Stakeholder Management

Manage site managers, supervisors, and project teams

Coordinate with clients, main contractors, consultants, architects, and suppliers

Support and mentor junior staff where required

Skills & Experience Essential

Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within cladding, façade, or envelope works

Strong knowledge of cladding systems, materials, and installation methods

Good understanding of construction contracts (e.g. JCT)

Strong commercial and contractual awareness

Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Desirable

Relevant construction qualification (HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent)

SMSTS and CSCS

Experience working on high-rise or residential schemes

Knowledge of fire compliance and remediation works

Personal Attributes
Proactive and solutions-focused

Strong attention to detail

Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Professional, reliable, and client-focused