Customer Service Manager

Egis; Milton Common; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consulting and construction firm in Milton Common is seeking a Customer Service Manager to oversee client enquiries and claims management. The role involves ensuring operational excellence through team leadership, compliance with standards, and maintaining high levels of service delivery. Successful candidates will have a strong focus on customer service and possess excellent leadership and communication skills. This role is crucial in coordinating with the Network Control Centre to deliver effective incident management.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a supervisory role within a fast-paced operational environment.
• Ability to remain calm and decisive under pressure.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage client lead 3rd party enquiries and claims from receipt to closure.
• Provide operational oversight during shifts to ensure compliance.
• Train and onboard team members continuously.

Skills

Customer focused correspondence management

Excellent communication skills

Leadership experience

Detail-oriented

Problem-solving skills

Tools

MS Office Suite

National Highways Network Event Management System (NEMS)

Job description

About Us

Egis is a leading global consulting, construction engineering and operating firm. We work together with our clients, across every aspect of transport, energy and the built environment to build a more balanced, sustainable and resilient world. The Egis Group has over 50 years’ experience and a team of 19,500 employees in over 120 countries around the world. Joining our Group means, above all, sharing our values as a people‑first company, strongly committed to sustainability and innovation.

In the UK we're proud to be delivering some of the most iconic projects which help connect people, protect our environment and meet emission reduction targets. From motorways to tramways, nuclear power plants to smart cities, clients choose us to help them solve their most complex challenges – delivering climate‑responsible growth that meets the needs of communities, industry, and the planet.

The M40 motorway is just over 123 kms (about 76.43 mi) long, linking London and the M25 with Birmingham, with high traffic levels ranging from 90,000 to 140,000 daily. The contract is for routine O&M services, and provision of a dedicated incident response unit. There are 110+ staff across 3 depots. The contract also includes the management of road incidents, road availability / road‑space bookings, and running Network Control Centre NCC.

About the Role

MISSION & MAIN ACTIVITIES:

Reporting to the Watchman, the Customer Service Manager will be responsible for the management and processing of all client lead 3rd party enquiries and red claims (A Red Claim is where a third party seeks to claim financial compensation for damage or injury incurred whilst on our strategic road network (SRN). Management of the daily operations of the Network Control Operators, ensuring high standards of performance, compliance, and service delivery. This role will act as a key point of contact between the Watchman and the NCC operator team, providing guidance, support, and coordination to maintain smooth and efficient motorway incident management and roadspace booking processes.

Responsibilities

• Management and processing of all 3rd Party correspondence/Enquiries/Red claim(s) from receipt to closure.
• Manage the NCC Shift Rotas to maximise efficiencies and minimisation of costs.
• Manage and support a team of Network Control Operators in delivering their core duties effectively.
• Monitor team performance and ensure compliance with National Highways standards and internal procedures.
• Provide operational oversight during shifts, ensuring incidents, claims, and enquiries are managed promptly and accurately.
• Act as first point of escalation for complex or high‑impact incidents, customer enquiries, and abnormal load notifications.
• Coordinate workload requirements to support the 24/7 operational requirements.
• Training, onboarding, and continuous development of team members.
• Review and validate reports, KPIs, and data submissions before escalation to management.
• Ensure timely and accurate booking of Roadspace via NEMS and support planning compliance.
• Promote a culture of safety, wellbeing, and continuous improvement within the team.
• Liaise with internal departments, ISU operatives, and external stakeholders to resolve issues and maintain service continuity.
• Support the implementation of new systems, processes, and initiatives within the NCC.
• Maintain high standards of documentation and audit readiness across all operational activities.
• Contribute to the development of best practice and standard operating procedures for the team.
• Develop a good working relationship with our client and partners.
• To fully engage with the promotion and adoption of any current and future health, safety and wellbeing initiatives rolled out by Egis Road operation M40 Ltd and/or Egis UK.
• To carry out other such related duties as may be required.

What do we need from you

• Customer focused correspondence management.
• Defence of Claims (Insurance) or similar.
• Proven experience in a supervisory or team leadership role within a fast‑paced operational environment.
• Working knowledge of National Highways Network Event Management System (NEMS).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and guide a team.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in data handling and reporting.
• Ability to remain calm and decisive under pressure.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and SharePoint.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• A proactive approach to problem‑solving and continuous improvement.
• Commitment to health, safety, and wellbeing standards.
• Flexibility to assist with covering shifts, including during periods of sickness, holidays, or operational demand.

What's in it for you?

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and we strive to build a workforce that truly reflects the communities we represent. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and any other protected characteristic. If you decide to apply for an opportunity with us, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and every one’s contribution as this builds our culture and means that if you work with us, you will be included, listened to, and respected.

Please note, to be considered for this role, you must be based in the UK and must already be able to legally work in the UK. We are unable to offer or provide sponsorship for this position