Depot Manager, Traffic Management - Lead Ops & Growth

VolkerWessels UK; Wokingham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical care

Pension

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Training and development

Job summary

VolkerHighways in the UK is seeking a Depot Manager to oversee depot operations, lead operational teams and drive growth across our Wokingham highways portfolio.

You will manage performance, ensure high SHEQ standards, and coordinate with the Area Manager and Pre-Contract teams to support bids and delivery. The role requires a proactive leader with extensive TM expertise and a track record of safeguarding margins.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing Traffic Management operations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Effective leadership with experience managing teams.
• Comprehensive knowledge of TM industry practices, clients and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Manage depot P&L, analyse performance and report monthly to the Area Manager.
• Maintain strong HSEQ standards across all operations.
• Oversee operational and commercial delivery for assigned works.
• Provide status updates across all frameworks and schemes.
• Lead delivery and operational teams to ensure efficient performance.
• Produce and submit AFPs on time and in full.
• Protect tendered margins through effective resourcing and maximising EO opportunities.
• Support the Area Manager in building and maintaining client relationships.
• Assist the Pre-Contract Manager with ECI, proposals and bid meetings.
• Ensure all equipment used in works is fully compliant.
• Lead TM discussions in progress meetings.
• Deliver clear handovers to local delivery teams, including tender assumptions and rate build-ups.
• Implement and manage operational and commercial change.
• Engage and manage internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify and escalation risks to the Area Manager, including mitigation plans.
• Maintain accurate records of TM schemes, equipment use and maintenance.
• Resolve operational challenges, including equipment issues, staffing gaps or changing traffic conditions.

Skills

Traffic Management

Leadership

Analytical

Problem solving

SHEQ knowledge

Driving licence

Job description

VolkerHighways in the UK is seeking a Depot Manager to oversee depot operations, lead operational teams and drive growth across our Wokingham highways portfolio.

You will manage performance, ensure high SHEQ standards, and coordinate with the Area Manager and Pre-Contract teams to support bids and delivery. The role requires a proactive leader with extensive TM expertise and a track record of safeguarding margins.