We are looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to take full responsibility for the successful delivery of multiple roofing and construction projects from start to finish. You'll oversee all aspects of contract delivery, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards while maintaining excellent relationships with clients, subcontractors, and site teams. This is a hands-on role that requires strong leadership, commercial awareness, and a proactive approach to managing labour, materials, programme delivery, and health & safety. Key Responsibilities Manage the end-to-end delivery of allocated contracts and construction projects. Take ownership of contract profitability, monitoring labour, materials, variations and overall project costs. Oversee the day-to-day management of all allocated sites and construction activities. Carry out daily labour checks, reporting any absences or issues to the Construction Manager or Director. Plan labour requirements, utilising existing networks and arranging additional resources where required. Manage site programmes and construction schedules to ensure projects remain on track. Act as the main point of contact for clients, subcontractors, site management and internal departments. Ensure all required materials are available on site by working closely with the Buyer and Construction team. Attend pre-start, handover and site progress meetings. Carry out regular site inspections, producing reports and ensuring work meets agreed quality and technical standards. Ensure all works are completed in line with project specifications and client expectations. Manage project variations, liaising with the Quantity Surveyor and Estimator to ensure changes are agreed and recorded. Provide daily progress updates to the Construction Manager, Quantity Surveyor and Commercial team to support accurate billing. Approve weekly PAYE and subcontractor timesheets against agreed rates and completed works. Support both pitched and flat roofing projects where required. Manage maintenance works on completed and live projects, ensuring issues are resolved efficiently. Lead, support and develop site teams, including PAYE roofers, subcontractors and apprentices. Health & Safety Ensure all projects comply with current Health & Safety legislation and company policies. Prepare and approve Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) before work commences. Carry out regular Health & Safety audits across allocated sites. Ensure appropriate fall protection measures, including scaffolding and edge protection, are installed and maintained. Verify that all operatives hold valid CSCS cards, site inductions and relevant certifications before commencing work. Promote a strong safety culture across all sites. People Management Line manage allocated PAYE employees, subcontractors and apprentices. Support the development of apprentices and future roofing talent. Foster a positive, professional and productive working environment. Escalate any operational issues or risks promptly to senior management. Essential Requirements Full UK Driving Licence. Valid SMSTS qualification / Valid CSCS Card. First Aid at Work qualification (desirable) / Experience within roofing or a similar construction environment. This is a temporary ongoing position to support with peak periods and other times during the year with holidays and sickness. £26.44ph -28.85ph Monday Friday with flexibility. If you are interested in finding out more information, please apply today!
13/08/2026
Contract
We are looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to take full responsibility for the successful delivery of multiple roofing and construction projects from start to finish. You'll oversee all aspects of contract delivery, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards while maintaining excellent relationships with clients, subcontractors, and site teams. This is a hands-on role that requires strong leadership, commercial awareness, and a proactive approach to managing labour, materials, programme delivery, and health & safety. Key Responsibilities Manage the end-to-end delivery of allocated contracts and construction projects. Take ownership of contract profitability, monitoring labour, materials, variations and overall project costs. Oversee the day-to-day management of all allocated sites and construction activities. Carry out daily labour checks, reporting any absences or issues to the Construction Manager or Director. Plan labour requirements, utilising existing networks and arranging additional resources where required. Manage site programmes and construction schedules to ensure projects remain on track. Act as the main point of contact for clients, subcontractors, site management and internal departments. Ensure all required materials are available on site by working closely with the Buyer and Construction team. Attend pre-start, handover and site progress meetings. Carry out regular site inspections, producing reports and ensuring work meets agreed quality and technical standards. Ensure all works are completed in line with project specifications and client expectations. Manage project variations, liaising with the Quantity Surveyor and Estimator to ensure changes are agreed and recorded. Provide daily progress updates to the Construction Manager, Quantity Surveyor and Commercial team to support accurate billing. Approve weekly PAYE and subcontractor timesheets against agreed rates and completed works. Support both pitched and flat roofing projects where required. Manage maintenance works on completed and live projects, ensuring issues are resolved efficiently. Lead, support and develop site teams, including PAYE roofers, subcontractors and apprentices. Health & Safety Ensure all projects comply with current Health & Safety legislation and company policies. Prepare and approve Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) before work commences. Carry out regular Health & Safety audits across allocated sites. Ensure appropriate fall protection measures, including scaffolding and edge protection, are installed and maintained. Verify that all operatives hold valid CSCS cards, site inductions and relevant certifications before commencing work. Promote a strong safety culture across all sites. People Management Line manage allocated PAYE employees, subcontractors and apprentices. Support the development of apprentices and future roofing talent. Foster a positive, professional and productive working environment. Escalate any operational issues or risks promptly to senior management. Essential Requirements Full UK Driving Licence. Valid SMSTS qualification / Valid CSCS Card. First Aid at Work qualification (desirable) / Experience within roofing or a similar construction environment. This is a temporary ongoing position to support with peak periods and other times during the year with holidays and sickness. £26.44ph -28.85ph Monday Friday with flexibility. If you are interested in finding out more information, please apply today!
Location: South Wales Salary: 35,000 - 42,000 + Car Allowance Full-time Permanent Vibe Recruit is delighted to be working on behalf of an established and growing business to recruit an experienced Estimator to join their Facilities Management team. This is an excellent opportunity for an Estimator with experience within Facilities Management, construction, building maintenance or a similar environment to take ownership of estimating a varied range of works across commercial supermarket sites. The projects are diverse and can include petrol forecourt rebuilds, commercial roofing projects and general building and maintenance works, meaning no two projects will necessarily be the same. The role is predominantly office based, with much of the work completed through desktop estimating. There will, however, be occasional travel to customer sites to carry out surveys and understand project requirements. Travel will form a relatively small part of the position and could cover locations from Bristol through South Wales and West Wales, and occasionally into Cornwall. Key Responsibilities Prepare accurate estimates, specifications and quotations for a variety of facilities management and construction projects. Manage the quotation process from initial enquiry through to final submission. Carry out desktop estimating, reviewing drawings, specifications and project information to accurately scope works. Conduct occasional site surveys where required to establish project requirements and site-specific considerations. Calculate project costs including labour, materials, tools, equipment and plant. Ensure quotations are commercially accurate and aligned with required profit margins. Produce detailed Bills of Materials (BOMs), ensuring everything required is identified ahead of project commencement. Develop clear and accurate scopes of work based on customer requirements. Work closely with contractors, suppliers and internal operational teams to ensure projects are accurately costed and planned. Prepare relevant project documentation, including consideration of health & safety requirements and site restrictions. Ensure quotations are completed within agreed customer service levels and timescales. Maintain proactive communication with customers throughout the estimating process. Attend customer meetings where required and support the wider team with new business opportunities. About You We are looking for someone with previous estimating experience gained within Facilities Management, construction, building maintenance or a related environment. You may currently be working as an Estimator, FM Estimator, Construction Estimator, Building Estimator, Small Works Estimator or in a similar commercial role. We would also be very interested in hearing from individuals who have previously owned or managed their own business within the facilities management, construction or building maintenance sector, where they have been responsible for surveying, costing and quoting their own works. You will ideally have: Previous experience estimating facilities management, construction or building works. Strong commercial awareness and the ability to produce accurate, profitable quotations. Experience interpreting drawings and technical specifications. An understanding of labour, material, plant and equipment costs. Experience producing scopes of work and project costings. CAD experience. Good IT skills, including competency with Excel. Knowledge of Sage 200 would be advantageous. CSCS, IOSH, SMSTS or similar qualifications would be beneficial. A good understanding of relevant health & safety and industry legislation. Strong communication and customer-facing skills. Excellent organisation, attention to detail and problem-solving ability. What's on Offer? Salary of 35,000 - 42,000, dependent on experience. Car allowance. Quarterly performance bonus Healthcare plan Christmas shutdown - without using your annual leave allowance Free on-site parking Predominantly office-based role with occasional site travel A great company ethos and supportive working environment Varied estimating work across a range of facilities management and construction projects Opportunity to join an established and growing business To be considered for this role, please upload your CV today! Vibe Recruit is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
11/08/2026
Full time
Location: South Wales Salary: 35,000 - 42,000 + Car Allowance Full-time Permanent Vibe Recruit is delighted to be working on behalf of an established and growing business to recruit an experienced Estimator to join their Facilities Management team. This is an excellent opportunity for an Estimator with experience within Facilities Management, construction, building maintenance or a similar environment to take ownership of estimating a varied range of works across commercial supermarket sites. The projects are diverse and can include petrol forecourt rebuilds, commercial roofing projects and general building and maintenance works, meaning no two projects will necessarily be the same. The role is predominantly office based, with much of the work completed through desktop estimating. There will, however, be occasional travel to customer sites to carry out surveys and understand project requirements. Travel will form a relatively small part of the position and could cover locations from Bristol through South Wales and West Wales, and occasionally into Cornwall. Key Responsibilities Prepare accurate estimates, specifications and quotations for a variety of facilities management and construction projects. Manage the quotation process from initial enquiry through to final submission. Carry out desktop estimating, reviewing drawings, specifications and project information to accurately scope works. Conduct occasional site surveys where required to establish project requirements and site-specific considerations. Calculate project costs including labour, materials, tools, equipment and plant. Ensure quotations are commercially accurate and aligned with required profit margins. Produce detailed Bills of Materials (BOMs), ensuring everything required is identified ahead of project commencement. Develop clear and accurate scopes of work based on customer requirements. Work closely with contractors, suppliers and internal operational teams to ensure projects are accurately costed and planned. Prepare relevant project documentation, including consideration of health & safety requirements and site restrictions. Ensure quotations are completed within agreed customer service levels and timescales. Maintain proactive communication with customers throughout the estimating process. Attend customer meetings where required and support the wider team with new business opportunities. About You We are looking for someone with previous estimating experience gained within Facilities Management, construction, building maintenance or a related environment. You may currently be working as an Estimator, FM Estimator, Construction Estimator, Building Estimator, Small Works Estimator or in a similar commercial role. We would also be very interested in hearing from individuals who have previously owned or managed their own business within the facilities management, construction or building maintenance sector, where they have been responsible for surveying, costing and quoting their own works. You will ideally have: Previous experience estimating facilities management, construction or building works. Strong commercial awareness and the ability to produce accurate, profitable quotations. Experience interpreting drawings and technical specifications. An understanding of labour, material, plant and equipment costs. Experience producing scopes of work and project costings. CAD experience. Good IT skills, including competency with Excel. Knowledge of Sage 200 would be advantageous. CSCS, IOSH, SMSTS or similar qualifications would be beneficial. A good understanding of relevant health & safety and industry legislation. Strong communication and customer-facing skills. Excellent organisation, attention to detail and problem-solving ability. What's on Offer? Salary of 35,000 - 42,000, dependent on experience. Car allowance. Quarterly performance bonus Healthcare plan Christmas shutdown - without using your annual leave allowance Free on-site parking Predominantly office-based role with occasional site travel A great company ethos and supportive working environment Varied estimating work across a range of facilities management and construction projects Opportunity to join an established and growing business To be considered for this role, please upload your CV today! Vibe Recruit is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Are you an experienced Estimator with a background in planned maintenance and refurbishment? Do you thrive on producing accurate, competitive tenders and want to join a growing business with a strong pipeline of secured work? We're recruiting on behalf of a leading contractor delivering planned maintenance and refurbishment projects across the social housing sector. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an Estimator to join their commercial team. The Role Working closely with the Pre-Construction, Commercial and Operational teams, you'll be responsible for preparing detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for a variety of planned works projects, helping to secure new business and support continued growth. Projects will typically include: Internal and external planned maintenance Kitchen and bathroom replacement programmes Window and door replacements Roofing works External decorations Energy efficiency and retrofit projects General refurbishment works within occupied social housing Key Responsibilities Produce accurate and competitive cost estimates from drawings, specifications and bills of quantities. Review tender documentation and identify project risks and opportunities. Obtain and assess subcontractor and supplier quotations. Carry out site visits where required to understand project scope. Prepare detailed pricing documents, cost plans and tender submissions. Work closely with operational teams to ensure estimates are commercially viable and deliverable. Attend tender review meetings and support bid presentations where required. Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, subcontractors and clients. Keep up to date with market rates and industry trends. About You We're looking for someone who has: Previous experience as an Estimator within planned maintenance, social housing or refurbishment. A strong understanding of pricing planned works contracts. Excellent commercial awareness and attention to detail. The ability to interpret drawings, specifications and schedules of works. Strong negotiation and communication skills. Experience using estimating software and Microsoft Excel. The ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously and work to tight deadlines.
03/08/2026
Full time
Are you an experienced Estimator with a background in planned maintenance and refurbishment? Do you thrive on producing accurate, competitive tenders and want to join a growing business with a strong pipeline of secured work? We're recruiting on behalf of a leading contractor delivering planned maintenance and refurbishment projects across the social housing sector. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an Estimator to join their commercial team. The Role Working closely with the Pre-Construction, Commercial and Operational teams, you'll be responsible for preparing detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for a variety of planned works projects, helping to secure new business and support continued growth. Projects will typically include: Internal and external planned maintenance Kitchen and bathroom replacement programmes Window and door replacements Roofing works External decorations Energy efficiency and retrofit projects General refurbishment works within occupied social housing Key Responsibilities Produce accurate and competitive cost estimates from drawings, specifications and bills of quantities. Review tender documentation and identify project risks and opportunities. Obtain and assess subcontractor and supplier quotations. Carry out site visits where required to understand project scope. Prepare detailed pricing documents, cost plans and tender submissions. Work closely with operational teams to ensure estimates are commercially viable and deliverable. Attend tender review meetings and support bid presentations where required. Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, subcontractors and clients. Keep up to date with market rates and industry trends. About You We're looking for someone who has: Previous experience as an Estimator within planned maintenance, social housing or refurbishment. A strong understanding of pricing planned works contracts. Excellent commercial awareness and attention to detail. The ability to interpret drawings, specifications and schedules of works. Strong negotiation and communication skills. Experience using estimating software and Microsoft Excel. The ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously and work to tight deadlines.
