Mackenzie England is a recruitment and executive search agency specializing in the built environment. They help clients identify and attract exceptional talent in the building, homes, development, investment, civils, infrastructure and renewables sectors with a focus on building strong relationships and delivering the best solutions.
Our client is seeking an experienced Cladding and Roofing Manager to oversee construction roofing projects in the local area. The Roofing division has an annualized turnover of c.£10m and is part of a c.100m annualized turnover general building construction company.
The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership abilities to ensure projects are completed efficiently and to the highest standards. The candidate will be responsible for engaging with Blue Chip clients, so excellent communication and interpersonal skills are vital. A broad and varied background in the roofing industry, particularly in cladding systems, is required. They should have extensive expertise in various related and specific trades, with a primary focus on cladding, which accounts for 80% of the department’s turnover. Additionally, experience in single-ply, felt, and slating is essential, making them a well-rounded professional.
Duties:
- Manage and coordinate construction projects from start to finish
- Supervise and lead a team of 2 Site Managers, 1 Trainee Site Manager and 10 operatives & subcontractors
- Read and interpret drawings
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations on-site
- Oversee quality control measures to maintain high standards of workmanship
- Capacity to price smaller projects at a very minimum
Skills:
- The ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
- Strong project & people management
- Strong leadership and communication skills to effectively manage a team of tradespeople and communicate with key Blue Chip clients
- The role involves managing and overseeing operational activities, while at times contributing to some estimating supported by the estimating department.
Benefits:
* Company vehicle
* Company pension
* Death in Service Benefit
* Health Insurance
* 30 days holidays, rising to 33 after 5 years
Job Type: Full-time
Targeted base salary: Up to £57,000.00 per year
Additional pay: Yearly bonus
Experience: Roofing: 1 year (preferred)