Asbestos Management Department - Contracts Manager

Location: Hybrid / Kettering, UK

Job type:

Permanent / Full-Time

Sector and subsector: Business Operations | Project Management

Annual Salary Range: from £ 45,000.00 to £ 57,500.00

Main Objectives:

• Deliver all asbestos services to the highest standards as set out in current and relevant HSE legislation, in line with UKAS accreditation and company procedural documentation.
• Personal growth where required in all areas for full competency and certification in all areas of the consultancy job role as outlined within this job description.
• Find the opportunity in every aspect of service delivery to increase sales and support the success of the company.
• To always act and perform every duty in keeping with the company’s core values.

Role & Responsibilities (Accountabilities):

Surveying:

• Manage asbestos surveying contracts, ensuring efficient and effective execution of projects within budget and schedule constraints.
• Oversee a team of asbestos surveyors, providing leadership, guidance, and support throughout the duration of projects.
• Develop project plans and strategies for conducting asbestos surveys, considering scope, objectives, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their specific surveying needs and produce quotations to reflect the service required.
• Coordinate and allocate resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials, to ensure smooth and timely execution of asbestos surveying projects.
• Monitor project progress, review survey reports, and ensure compliance with applicable regulations, guidelines, and quality standards.
• Create quotations based on client information and requirements upselling other services where possible.
• Review and approve survey reports, ensuring that they are accurate, comprehensive, and meet client requirements and regulatory obligations.
• Maintain effective communication with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams, providing regular updates on project status, addressing concerns, and resolving issues.
• Ensure that all surveying activities are conducted in a safe and compliant manner, adhering to relevant health and safety regulations and best practices.
• Keep accurate records and documentation related to surveying contracts, including contracts, invoices, correspondence, and project-specific information.
• Whilst on site Identify and competently upsell other services of business during surveys including air monitoring, training, AMP’s etc.
• Maintain effective cost control relating to all operational equipment and requirements.

Additional Services:

• Effective communication with clients on asbestos related contaminated land issues
• Competently deliver large- and small-scale asbestos in soils & WAC Testing projects.
• Competently deliver ad hoc testing services including Anthrax, Density Testing, Lead in Paint etc.
• Competently deliver Asbestos Awareness Training (AAT), Non-Licensed Training, Duty to Manage Training and refresher to full range of clients.
• Provide general assistance with the ongoing development and improvement of training courses delivered.
• Be able to communicate with clients an extensive knowledge and understanding of Asbestos Regulations, Legislation & Guidance Documents.
• Work with clients to develop & implement fully compliant asbestos management plans (AMP’s) small to large scale.
• Produce Priority Risk Assessments (PRA’s) for incorporation into AMPs.
• Undertake asbestos management plan audits, inclusive of identifying recommendations and improvements.
• Produce bespoke, ad hoc asbestos documents to assist clients to manage asbestos.
• Aid Q&T Manager with company re-survey requirements as per UKAS procedures.
• Aid Q&T Manager with quality audits. Identify anomalies and training needs.
• Provide general assistance to Q&T Manager to ensure the ongoing development of quality within the company and maintenance of UKAS accreditation.
• Aid with ad hoc site visits and pricing of asbestos surveys and other related services.
• Attend project prestart meetings and client liaison and sales meetings.
• Promote the services of the business to generate new business leads and opportunities.
• Carry out compliance health check audits and recommendations.

Company Benefits:

• Company vehicle
• Commission and bonus scheme
• Company events & fun days
• Company pension scheme
• Referral programme
• Sick pay
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme