Contracts manager – Commercial Flooring

Hawkes Resourcing Group

Contracts / Project Manager – Flooring Sector

📍 Location: Romford, Essex (with projects across London & South East)
💷 Salary: Up to £73,000 (DOE) + Benefits
📈 Contract: Full-time, Permanent

About the Company

We are delighted to be working with a well-established, family-run Flooring Contractor with a strong reputation across the South of England. With decades of expertise, the business delivers a wide portfolio of bespoke and large-scale flooring projects throughout London, the Home Counties, and the South East.

Our client specialises in a variety of sectors, including:

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Commercial & Office Developments

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Healthcare & Education Projects

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Residential and Industrial Contracts

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Bespoke Ceramic & Specialist Flooring Installations

Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Contracts / Project Manager to join their team and oversee multiple flooring projects from inception through to final handover.

The Role

As a Contracts / Project Manager, you will take full responsibility for delivering multiple flooring projects on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. This is a hands-on role, working closely with clients, contractors, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure smooth project execution.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

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Manage flooring projects from sign-off through to completion, including procurement, planning, delivery, and final account sign-off.

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Act as the main point of contact for clients, contractors, and consultants, maintaining strong relationships throughout the project lifecycle.

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Oversee site activities, managing contractors and operatives to ensure works are delivered to specification and quality standards.

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Carry out quality checks, arrange remedial works where required, and ensure projects meet client expectations.

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Lead on health & safety compliance, including RAMS, COSHH, toolbox talks, and site audits.

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Ensure all materials, plant, and resources are available in line with project requirements.

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Prepare and manage valuations, variations, and cost monitoring to ensure budget compliance.

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Work closely with the Commercial and Accounts teams to provide accurate financial reporting.

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Attend project meetings and liaise with the Managing Director on project delivery and progress.

Requirements – About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring a solid track record in managing flooring projects (contract and commercial), with the ability to oversee multiple contracts simultaneously.

Essential Skills & Experience:

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Proven experience as a Project / Contracts Manager within the flooring sector.

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Strong knowledge of flooring products, specifications, subfloor preparation, and moisture issues.

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Experience delivering projects for main contractors – national, regional, and local – with project values ranging from £1,000 to £1m+.

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Commercial awareness and ability to manage costs, valuations, and variations.

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Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills.

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Proficient with Microsoft Office and industry software (Callidus/Quickscale, Fieldview, Viewpoint, or similar).

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Full UK Driving Licence & valid CSCS card.

Desirable:

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SMSTS / SSSTS, IOSH, or other health & safety qualifications.

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Ambitious, detail-oriented, and able to solve problems effectively.

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Able to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

What’s on Offer

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Competitive salary up to £73,000 (DOE).

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Long-term opportunity with a well-respected, family-run contractor.

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Exposure to varied and prestigious projects across London and the South East.

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Supportive team culture with direct input into business success.

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Company benefits package