Contracts Manager – Highways Industry – Road Marking

Hi-Way Services Ltd; Littlehampton; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Company pension scheme

Private medical cover

Hybrid working (3 days on site, 2 days remote)

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Job summary

A leading road marking company in the UK is seeking a motivated Contracts Manager to oversee contracts in East and West Sussex. Ideal candidates will have experience in the highways sector and NEC4 contracts. The role involves managing teams and client relationships with a salary of £60,000 per annum, flexible working options, and various benefits including a company car and pension scheme.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a supervisory or management role within the highways or civil engineering sector.
• Experience working with NEC4 contracts.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate operatives, sub‑contractors, and suppliers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients.
• Manage time, cost, and quality controls for contracts.
• Maintain contract documentation using SharePoint.
• Ensure compliance with HSE regulations and safety procedures.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Customer-focused

Job description

Contracts Manager – Highways Industry – Road Marking

Location: Predominantly East & West Sussex (Depot at Littlehampton with occasional visits to our Head Office in Canterbury.)

Hours: 40 hours (08.00-16.00 Monday to Friday). Hybrid working will be considered for this role.

About Us

For 30+ years, Hi-Way Services has grown into one of the UK’s leading road marking companies. We work with a wide range of clients, including National Highways, Local Authorities, Tier 1 Contractors & Private Organisations.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a highly motivated and experienced Contracts Manager to take the lead on our road markings contracts across East and West Sussex. This is a key role where you’ll be responsible for coordinating teams, managing client relationships, and ensuring that all works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record in the highways sector and an excellent working knowledge of NEC4 contracts.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate operatives, sub‑contractors, and suppliers to ensure smooth delivery of projects to agreed standards.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and internal teams, ensuring clear and consistent communication throughout.
• Manage time, cost, and quality controls to keep each contract on track and within budget.
• Maintain contract documentation using SharePoint and other content management systems.
• Analyse data and produce reports to support informed decision‑making.
• Utilise schedule of rates to produce final measure invoicing and cost reports where required.
• Ensure compliance with all HSE regulations and company safety procedures across all sites.

About You

• Proven experience in a supervisory or management role within the highways or civil engineering sector.
• Previous experience working with NEC4 contracts.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Confident communicator with the ability to build positive relationships at all levels.
• Flexible and adaptable approach, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Customer‑focused and commercially aware.
• Full UK driving licence.

What We Offer

• Company car
• Company pension scheme
• Private medical cover
• Hybrid working (3 days on site, 2 days remote) for the right candidate
• Salary £60,000 per annum
• 25 days annual leave per annum plus bank holidays

If you’re an experienced Contracts Supervisor / Contracts Manager looking to take the next step in your career with a respected and growing business, we’d love to hear from you.