Roofing Manager - Hydrotech

Argee LTD

Job Description

Roofing Manager. To work on a major brown-field re-development site in west London. An immediate requirement to join this developer working on this high profile scheme for one on the UK’s foremost developers.

The Requirement. An organised and enthusiastic individual who is able to use their experience in flat roof construction to supervise the contractors on this new development. There will be a mixture of “green” and paving finishes to the roof structures, so exposure to a variety of finishes would be advantageous. You will oversee one or two buildings at a time in a rolling pattern so as to hand over the watertight structure to the in-house Finishing Manager.

The Project. These buildings are part of an overall scheme including a major mixed use re-generation project that will see the construction of a luxury hotel, an apart-hotel, over 500 residential units for private and affordable housing, retail and commercial units, fitness centre, restaurant and bars. The entire complex will be set within landscaped gardens and squares. Travel links by rail to central London and the UK rail network are nearby as well as being convenient for Heathrow airport.

The Role. You must ideally have experience in working on roof and cladding contracts to ensure that buildings are watertight. Structures of either steel or RC construction for hotels, substantial private residential or housing association schemes, commercial, industrial or leisure developments. Of major importance is the knowledge gained from working either for a relevant contractor or subcontractor or supervising them if coming from a main contractor background. Your experience will have come from co-ordinating and supervising the activities of subcontractors and / or a direct labour force on a large scale scheme. A good eye for detail is essential and you may come from either a trades or a professional background.

Background. A Technical or relevant Trades qualification to a tertiary level is preferred as is evidence of working with and relevant qualifications to do with roofing and watertight installation. Additionally current CSCS certification and proof of an up to date knowledge of relevant legislation is sought. You will need to have good oral and written communication skills and be prepared to work a 6 day week on construction hours. You may currently be working as a site or assistant site manager and seeking additional responsibility and career progression.

Salary. A package that includes a good basic of £45 to 50,000 with a 10% guaranteed bonus, plus the usual benefits associated with a PAYE post for a reputable employer is on offer. You must be legally entitled to live and work in the UK to be considered for the post.