Contract Manager Highways

Heidelberg Materials AG; Penrith; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction materials leader is seeking a Surfacing Contract Manager in Penrith. The role involves managing resurfacing contracts, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and maintaining project timelines. Competitive salary of £55,000 - £58,000 with bonuses and benefits including flexible working and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus incentives

Generous pension

Life assurance

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Agile/flexible working

Employee assistance programme

Continuous learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing surfacing or highways contracts.
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations and site compliance.
• Excellent planning, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day management of resurfacing contracts.
• Ensure safety, quality, and timely delivery.
• Plan and allocate resources effectively to meet project timelines.

Skills

Managing surfacing contracts

Understanding health and safety regulations

Planning and communication skills

Stakeholder management

Commercial awareness

Collaborative leadership

Job description

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Surfacing Contract Manager - Highways - Penrith £55,000 - £58,000 Plus bonus Plus Company Car

Join Heidelberg Materials Contracting and take the lead in delivering high-quality carriageway resurfacing contracts with associated civils activities. We're looking for a proactive and experienced Surfacing Contract Manager to oversee the safe, efficient, and defect-free delivery of our highways schemes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day management of resurfacing contracts, ensuring safety, quality, and timely delivery.
• Oversee health and safety compliance for employees and supply chain partners, ensuring all work adheres to company policies and legal standards.
• Plan and allocate resources effectively to meet project timelines and budgets.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients to support repeat business and position Heidelberg Materials as a preferred supplier.
• Engage in early contractor involvement to optimise construction methodology and reduce third-party interface.
• Collaborate with estimating teams to build accurate target costs and support site teams in achieving and exceeding contract margins.
• Ensure accurate site records are maintained to support commercial teams in securing full contract value and managing variations.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in managing surfacing or highways contracts
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations and site compliance
• Excellent planning, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Commercial awareness and ability to drive margin improvements
• A collaborative leader who can build trust and deliver results

Why Join us?

At Heidelberg Materials, we don't just offer jobs-we build careers. As a global leader in construction materials, we're committed to innovation, sustainability, and, above all, our people.

• We're proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice, with accreditations including:
• Armed Forces Covenant (Gold) | Disability Confident | 5% Club (Platinum) | Mates in Mind | Clear Assured | STEM Ambassador | MPQC Member
• Competitive Package: Salary, bonus incentives, generous pension, and life assurance
• Work-Life Balance: 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays), agile/flexible working, holiday purchase, and sabbatical options
• Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced support for maternity, paternity, adoption, IVF, neonatal care, and menopause
• Inclusive Culture: Paid volunteering day and active employee communities (LGBTQ+, Women in STEM, Armed Forces, and more)
• Wellbeing & Development: Employee Assistance Programme, retail discounts, and continuous learning opportunities