Contracts Manager - Asbestos Removal

  • PW Construction Recruitment
  • Southwark, London
  • 13/03/2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

An established and growing South East London based environmental contractor is seeking an experienced Asbestos Removal Contracts Manager to join their team.

The company delivers specialist asbestos removal and environmental services across London and the South East, working on a range of domestic and commercial projects for local authorities, housing providers and major maintenance contractors.

Due to a strong pipeline of secured work, they are now looking to appoint a Contracts Manager to oversee multiple reactive asbestos removal contracts across the capital.

The Role

Working across several contracts simultaneously, you will take responsibility for the operational delivery, compliance and client management of asbestos removal works.

This is a hands-on management role ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in full compliance with current asbestos regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing multiple reactive asbestos removal contracts across London
• Overseeing site teams and directly employed operatives
• Reviewing and checking the previous day s completed works
• Pricing works using schedule of rates (SOR)
• Liaising with clients including local authorities, housing associations and maintenance contractors
• Carrying out post-work inspections, audits and quality checks
• Ensuring all works comply with asbestos regulations and company procedures
• Managing operational workflow, scheduling and reporting

Candidate Requirements

• Strong background within the asbestos removal industry
• Likely to have previously worked as an asbestos operative or stripper earlier in career
• Minimum 3 years experience in a management role
• Good knowledge of asbestos removal compliance and regulations
• Experience managing multiple projects and operatives
• Strong administrative skills including report writing, scheduling and pricing
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Package

• Basic salary up to £55,000
Company car
Fuel card
Discretionary bonus
Pension

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing specialist contractor with a strong pipeline of work across London.

Apply now with your updated CV to find out more.