Painting Contracts Manager

Location: London Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 (DOE)

Ready to lead and drive high-quality painting projects across London?

Hays are recruitment is looking for an experienced Painting Contracts Manager to take ownership of multiple projects across London. This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior professional to step into a leadership role, overseeing operations, managing teams, and ensuring exceptional delivery across a diverse project portfolio.

Key Responsibilities
• Oversee multiple painting & decorating contracts across London
• Take full responsibility for project delivery from pre-start through to completion
• Manage site teams, supervisors, and subcontractors across various locations
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality
• Carry out regular site visits, inspections, and quality audits
• Act as the main point of contact for clients and senior stakeholders
• Oversee health & safety compliance, RAMS reviews, and site standards
• Monitor project performance, reporting progress to senior management
• Support planning, resourcing, and programme delivery across all contracts

What We're Looking For
• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Painting & Decorating
• SMSTS (essential)
• Full UK Driving Licence
• 10+ years' commercial painting experience
• Proven experience managing multiple projects at Contracts Manager level
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving abilities
• A proactive, driven approach with a strong focus on quality and HSE

Benefits
• Competitive salary
•Opportunity to step into a senior leadership role
• Strong pipeline of secured work across London
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
Additional annual leave
Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
Employee referral scheme