Contract Manager - Highways Drainage

Vector Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Bath; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle or car allowance

Christmas bonus

28 days holiday

Job summary

Vector Recruitment Solutions Ltd is seeking a proactive Contract Manager for highways drainage based in Glastonbury. You will manage various operational drainage activities in a fast-growing environment. Strong leadership and client relationship skills are essential.

The position offers a salary of circa £50,000 plus a company vehicle or car allowance, Christmas bonus, and 28 days holiday. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and qualifications in health and safety.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Contract Manager or similar within drainage, highways or utilities.
• Full UK Driving Licence required.
• Skilled in managing safe working practices.

Responsibilities

• Overall responsibility for contract delivery, health & safety, and monthly P&L.
• Lead a small depot team in a flexible environment.
• Coordinate on-site resources ensuring safe working practices.

Skills

Team leadership

Client relationships

Health and safety management

Planning

Tools

CSCS card

Health and safety qualification

Job description

Contract Manager Highways Drainage

Location: Glastonbury

Salary: Circa £50,000 + Company Vehicle or Car Allowance + Benefits

Our client, a fast-growing drainage contractor, is seeking an experienced, proactive, and driven Contract Manager in Warwickshire. In this pivotal role, you will manage and resource a wide range of operational drainage activities, including gully emptying, reactive jetting, root cutting, CCTV surveys, and traffic management. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated drainage / highways professional to lead a key contract and drive operational success.

The Role:

• Overall responsibility for contract delivery, health & safety, and monthly P&L
• Lead a small, agile depot team in a flexible and innovative environment
• Coordinate and plan on-site resources, ensuring safe working practices at all times
• Manage contract performance, standards, and targets
• Line management a team of circa 40 drainage personnels, handling any performance issues
• Build and maintain strong client relationships
• Develop, monitor, and manage the works programme and schedule of rates
• Oversee cost control, monthly applications, and contract pricing
• Conduct regular site audits with a focus on safety and quality

About You:

• Proven experience as a Contract Manager or similar within the drainage, highways or utilities industry
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Skilled in managing safe working practices
• CSCS card holder & health and safety qualification (SMSTS or IOSH Managing Safely)
• Excellent team leadership, planning, and client-facing skills

Benefits:

• Circa £50,000 per year
• Christmas bonus
• Company vehicle or car allowance
• 28 days holiday (increasing with service)