Fencing Contract Manager

The Role

You will be responsible for managing multiple fencing and gate installation projects simultaneously. The role will involve visiting prospective and live sites, assessing the work required, taking measurements, working out labour and material requirements, and preparing accurate contract pricing for the proposed works. You will ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction.

This is a hands-on management role requiring strong organisational skills, commercial awareness and experience within the fencing, construction or a related sector.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management

* Manage fencing and gate installation contracts from award through to completion.

* Plan labour, materials, plant and subcontractor requirements.

* Produce and maintain project programmes.

* Carry out site visits and attend pre-start meetings.

* Monitor project progress and resolve on-site issues efficiently.

* Ensure works are completed in accordance with specifications and client requirements.

* Prepare clear and accurate quotations based on the site assessment, specification and agreed scope of works.

* Calculate the labour, materials, plant and subcontract resources required for each project.

* Visit sites to assess fencing and gate requirements, take measurements and identify access or installation considerations.

Commercial Management

Review quotations and project costings prior to commencement.

Track project expenditure and monitor profitability.

Manage variations and additional works.

Support the preparation of valuations and final accounts.

Report contract performance to the Directors.

Operations & Resource Planning

Coordinate installation gangs and subcontractors.

Work closely with logistics and procurement teams to ensure materials are delivered on time.

Schedule works to maximise operational efficiency.

Monitor labour productivity and site performance.

Health & Safety

Prepare and review Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).

Ensure compliance with company procedures and current health and safety legislation.

Carry out site inspections and audits.

Investigate incidents and identify improvements where required.

Promote a strong safety culture across all projects.

Client Relationships

Act as the main point of contact for customers throughout projects.

Attend client meetings and site progress meetings.

Build strong relationships that encourage repeat business.

Ensure customer expectations are met or exceeded.

Skills & Experience

Essential

Previous experience managing fencing, construction, groundworks or civil engineering projects.

Strong understanding of commercial contract management.

Experience coordinating site teams and subcontractors.

Ability to read drawings and specifications.

Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.

Full UK driving licence.

Desirable

Experience within the fencing industry.

SMSTS qualification.

CSCS card.

Temporary Works awareness.

First Aid qualification.

Knowledge of CHAS, Constructionline and related compliance requirements.

Personal Attributes

Commercially aware and results focused.

Highly organised with strong attention to detail.

A confident problem solver.

Professional and customer focused.

Able to work independently and manage competing priorities.

A strong leader who can motivate installation teams and subcontractors.

What We Offer

Salary of £40,000–£45,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Company vehicle or vehicle allowance.

Mobile phone and laptop.

Pension scheme.

Ongoing training and development.

Opportunity to progress within a growing and ambitious business.

Supportive and professional working environment
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed