Project Manager

  • Reed Specialist Recruitment
  • Rayleigh, Essex
  • Jun 29, 2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

Project Manager - Roofing

Location: Essex (Sites across London & the Home Counties)
Salary: Up to 65,000

Are you an experienced roofing professional looking to join a forward-thinking and growing business?

We are working with a well-established roofing contractor based in Essex who are seeking a Project Manager to oversee a portfolio of predominantly industrial projects across London and the Home Counties. Reporting directly to the Directors, you will play a key role in delivering multiple projects from inception through to completion.

This is a varied role, working part time in the office, and part time on site - travelling across a number of sites on a weekly basis.

The Role

  • Manage multiple live roofing projects, typically up to 300k in value
  • Plan materials and labour requirements across sites
  • Take full ownership of secured projects, ensuring successful delivery end-to-end
  • Provide regular updates to Directors on programme, cost, and progress
  • Coordinate site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers
  • Ensure all projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards
  • Act as the main point of contact for clients, maintaining strong relationships
  • Monitor and enforce health & safety compliance across all sites
  • Identify and resolve operational and commercial challenges
  • Oversee project programming and resource allocation

About You

  • Proven experience in a Project or Contracts Management role within the roofing sector
  • Experience delivering industrial and commercial projects such as schools, care homes, and factories
  • Strong track record of managing multiple projects simultaneously
  • Solid understanding of construction health & safety regulations
  • Knowledge of roofing systems including roof tiles and single-ply flat roof membranes

Benefits

  • Company car and fuel card
  • Private healthcare
  • Join a stable and growing business with a strong pipeline of work
  • Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and influence project delivery
  • Clear progression opportunities within the business

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven Project / Contracts Manager to take ownership of a varied project portfolio across London and the Home Counties, with real visibility and progression. Interviews are taking place as applications come in, so please apply ASAP to avoid disappointment.