Andy Harwood

Experienced Asbestos Removal Contracts Manager with over 39 years in the asbestos and environmental industry, delivering complex and high-value removal projects across the UK and Europe. Known for strategic oversight, client-focused delivery, and ensuring full compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations. Proven ability to build and lead teams, maintain strong client relationships, and manage multiple contracts to successful completion. Open to both permanent and contract roles.

Contracts Manager / Business Development - Ebrit Services Ltd

(2025-06)

• Managed client and supplier negotiations
• Led contractual agreements and amendments
• Developed company policies and risk documentation
• Monitored contract budgets and forecasts
• Managed the business development

Contracts Manager - Mick George Group

(2022-06 - 2025-02)

• Oversaw compliance with health and safety legislation
• Managed risk assessments
• Coordinated fire, first aid, and emergency arrangements
• Monitored contractor competence and performance
• Led investigations into incidents
• Delivered training and regular safety performance reports
• Ensured all documentation was maintained and up-to-date

Contracts Manager - Chirmarn Ltd

(2020-06 - 2022-06)

• Managed client and supplier negotiations
• Led contractual agreements and amendments
• Developed company policies and risk documentation
• Monitored contract budgets and forecasts
• Supported business development

Operations Manager - John F Hunt Ltd - London

(2016-01 - 2020-12)

• Oversaw London-based operations
• Managed contracts and delivered diverse projects on time and within budget
• Supported Contracts Managers to meet company standards

Operations/Contracts Manager - Shield Environmental Services Ltd

(2013-01 - 2016-12)

• Managed contracts from initiation to completion
• Coordinated with auditors
• Handled sensitive social housing projects
• Ensured tenant communication and safety compliance

Consultant - Pegase Environmental (Belgium) / Kosovo - Belgium, Kosovo

(2011-01 - 2013-12)

• Led feasibility study and stakeholder engagement for European Community asbestos removal in Kosovo
• Developed funding and removal strategies

Senior Project Manager - Envirotec (Belgium) / Libya & Stratford - Belgium, Libya, Stratford

(2010-01 - 2011-12)

• Delivered £2m demolition and asbestos removal project at Stratford (Olympic regeneration)
• Managed asbestos removal in Libyan power stations
• Conducted training seminars
• Developed client relationships

Head of Asbestos Division - Kingsley Roofing Ltd

(2008-01 - 2010-12)

• Established and grew asbestos removal division to £1m turnover within two years
• Secured license extensions and major contracts

Company Development - Amiante Ltd

(2007-01 - 2008-12)

Founder & Director - PC Asbestos Removal Ltd

(1999-01 - 2007-12)

Founded and grew PC Asbestos Services Ltd to £1.2m turnover in its first year, achieving Investors in People accreditation.

Founder - Southern Asbestos Services Ltd

(1996-01 - 1999-12)

Sales Director & European Lead - Paramount Asbestos Removal Ltd

(1987-01 - 1996-12)

Turned around a loss-making business at Paramount Asbestos Removal to profitability within a year and opened a European office.