Contract Manager

Vector Recruitment Solutions; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Contract Manager to oversee operations within a liquid waste tankering business in Wakefield. The role involves managing contracts, ensuring compliance, and maintaining client relationships, with a salary of £50,000 – £60,000 plus a vehicle allowance. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in drainage or environmental services. Opportunities for long-term progression are available.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car or car allowance

Long-term career prospects

Qualifications

• Proven experience in contract management within liquid waste or drainage sectors.
• Strong commercial understanding of contracts, budgets, and profitability.
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day delivery of contracts ensuring compliance.
• Monitor and report on performance, costs, and profitability.
• Conduct site visits to liaise with clients ensuring satisfaction.
• Support preparation of quotations and tenders.
• Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities.

Skills

Contract management

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Leadership skills

Commercial understanding

Job description

Contract Manager – Drainage / Liquid Waste Tankering

Location: Wakefield
Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 per annum + car or car allowance
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time

Vector Recruitment Solutions are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced and commercially driven Contract Manager to oversee operations within a leading liquid waste tankering and environmental services business.

This is a hands‑on, client-facing role where you’ll take ownership of multiple live contracts — ensuring efficiency, profitability, and excellent service delivery. It’s an exciting opportunity for a Contract Manager with experience in drainage, waste management, or utilities to step into a role with real impact and long‑term progression potential.

The Role

• Manage and oversee day‑to‑day delivery of contracts, ensuring compliance with safety, financial, and operational standards
• Monitor and report on performance, costs, and profitability across multiple projects
• Conduct site visits, liaising with clients to ensure high service standards and satisfaction
• Support the preparation of quotations and tenders for new and existing clients
• Identify and manage commercial risks, opportunities, and improvements
• Collaborate with operations, finance, and senior management to drive contract efficiency and performance
• Maintain and strengthen client relationships to support ongoing business growth

About You

• Proven experience as a Contract Manager, Project Manager, or similar within liquid waste, drainage, tankering, environmental, or utilities sectors
• Strong commercial understanding of contracts, budgets, and profitability
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills
• Hands‑on approach with a focus on operational delivery and client satisfaction
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel to sites across the region

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary of £50,000 – £60,000 (depending on experience)
• Car or Car allowance
• Long-term career prospects in a growing, forward‑thinking business
• Opportunity to shape and lead the success of major waste management contracts

If you’re a commercially minded Contract Manager with a background in liquid waste tankering, drainage, or environmental services, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Lauren on 01737 452505 for a confidential discussion.