Contract Manager - Highways Drainage

JR United Kingdom; Glastonbury; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading drainage company is seeking a proactive Contract Manager in Glastonbury. You will be responsible for all aspects of contract delivery, team supervision, and ensuring safety standards. Ideal candidates will have drainage industry experience, strong leadership skills, and necessary safety qualifications. A salary of up to £50,000 plus a company van and other benefits are offered.

Benefits

Company van (with option for personal use)

29 days holiday (increasing with service)

Sabbatical after 5 years service

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Contract Manager in the drainage or highways industry.
• Strong knowledge of drainage operations and infrastructure.
• Skilled in managing safe working practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage and resource a range of operational drainage activities.
• Lead and supervise a small depot team.
• Coordinate and plan on-site resources.

Skills

Contract Management

Health and Safety Knowledge

Team Leadership

Client Relationship Management

Planning

Education

Health and Safety Qualification (SMSTS or IOSH)

CSCS Card Holder

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Contract Manager - Highways Drainage, glastonbury

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Client:

Vector Recruitment Solutions Ltd

Location:

glastonbury, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

5

Posted:

14.08.2025

Expiry Date:

28.09.2025

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Job Description:

Contract Manager Highways Drainage
Location: Glastonbury
Salary: Up to £50,000 + Company Van + Benefits
Our client, one of the fastest growing drainage companies in the UK, is seeking an experienced, proactive, and driven Contract Manager in Somerset. 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 professional to lead a key contract ad drive operational success.
The Role:

• Overall responsibility for contract delivery, health & safety, and monthly P&L
• Lead and supervise 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 of multiple drainage personnel, 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 role in the drainage or highways industry
• Strong knowledge of drainage operations and infrastructure
• 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:

• Salary up to £50,000 per year
• Company van (with option for personal use)
• 29 days holiday (increasing with service)
• Sabbatical after 5 years service

Ready to make an impact as a Contract Manager in drainage and highways? Apply now or contact Kristian on 01737 452 501 for further details.

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