Contract Manager

Ridgeway and Co

Contracts Manager / Senior Contracts Manager – Facade & Cladding

Location: Essex, London & future South Coast projects
Company Type: Facade – Subcontractr
Salary: Competitive + Package

The Company

Our client is a well-established, facade-led main contractor with over 10 years of strong, steady growth. They deliver high-quality projects valued between £2m–£20m and pride themselves on their reputation, low staff turnover and supportive working environment. Led by approachable, forward-thinking directors, the business is known for investing in its people and maintaining a strong, positive culture.
Head Office: Brentwood
Projects: Northern home counties

The Role – Contracts Manager / Senior Contracts Manager (Facade/Cladding)

We are seeking an experienced and detail-driven Contracts Manager to oversee multiple façade and cladding projects. The initial focus will be on sites in the Northern home counties.

This role requires a minimum of 5+ years’ experience delivering envelope, cladding or façade projects, along with strong commercial, technical and leadership skills.

Key Responsibilities:

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Manage projects from pre-construction through to handover

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Lead and coordinate multiple site teams

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Ensure all works meet quality, compliance and safety standards

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Oversee budgets, forecasts and risk management

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Build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal teams

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Ensure smooth project delivery across all live sites

Requirements:

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5+ years’ experience in facade, cladding or envelope systems

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Proven track record overseeing multi-site projects

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Strong commercial and contractual understanding

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Excellent communication and leadership skills

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Ability to manage budgets, risks and programme delivery