Highway Contract Manager

Carrington West; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

25 days annual leave

Job summary

Carrington West is seeking a Contract Manager for highways and civil engineering projects based in Hucknall. You will lead delivery teams, manage schemes and build strong client relationships to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality outcomes across multiple sites.

You will oversee safety, reliability and compliance, work closely with operations and project managers, and contribute to continuous improvement across a growing highways division.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Contract Manager or similar role within highways maintenance or civil engineering.
• HNC or HND in Civil Engineering.
• CSCS Manager Card.
• SMSTS certification.
• Experience using Microsoft Project for planning.
• Strong technical knowledge of highways construction and temporary works.
• Understanding of construction health and safety legislation.
• Proven experience managing teams, subcontractors and client relationships.
• Excellent organisational, communication and leadership skills.
• Full, clean UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead highways and civil engineering schemes to ensure safe and efficient delivery.
• Support Project Managers, Construction Managers and site teams to achieve objectives.
• Ensure health and safety, environmental compliance across all works.
• Prepare and review RAMS, job packs and project documentation.
• Develop and maintain client, subcontractor and stakeholder relationships.
• Attend pre-tender visits and provide technical input for pricing.
• Review drawings, specifications and construction methodologies.
• Identify and manage temporary works requirements and ensure design compliance.
• Oversee quality assurance and ITPs; maintain project records and safety files.
• Mentor project teams to improve performance and efficiency.

Skills

Contract management

Highways engineering

CSCS Manager Card

SMSTS

Microsoft Project

Leadership

Driving licence

Education

HNC/HND in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Contract Manager – Highways & Civil Engineering

Location: Hucknall, Nottinghamshire

Salary: Up to GBP75,000 per annum, dependent on experience

Car Allowance: GBP6,000 per annum

Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays

Working Hours: 40 hours per week

Employment Type: Permanent, Full Time

Take the Lead on Major Highways Projects

Are you an experienced Contract Manager with a strong background in highways maintenance or civil engineering? Are you looking for an opportunity to lead delivery teams, manage technically challenging schemes and play an influential role within a growing infrastructure business?

My client is seeking a Contract Manager to join their highways and infrastructure team, based in Hucknall. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of multiple schemes, develop client relationships and ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.

The Opportunity

My client is an established highways maintenance and civil engineering contractor with a strong commitment to safety, innovation and delivering high-quality infrastructure solutions.

Working closely with the Operations Manager and Project Managers, you will provide technical and operational leadership across highways schemes, supporting successful project delivery while maintaining strong commercial awareness and client relationships.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading and overseeing highways and civil engineering schemes, ensuring safe and efficient delivery.
• Managing and supporting Project Managers, Construction Managers and site teams to achieve project objectives.
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety and environmental requirements across all assigned works.
• Preparing and reviewing construction phase plans, RAMS, job packs and other essential project documentation.
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and key stakeholders.
• Attending pre-tender site visits and providing technical information to support commercial pricing.
• Reviewing engineering drawings, specifications and construction methodologies.
• Identifying and managing temporary works requirements, ensuring compliance with approved designs.
• Overseeing quality assurance processes, including Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
• Ensuring accurate project records and health and safety files are maintained throughout delivery.
• Supporting the development and mentoring of project teams to improve performance and efficiency.

What You'll Need

• Previous experience in a Contract Manager or similar management position within highways maintenance or civil engineering.
• An HNC or HND in Civil Engineering.
• A valid CSCS Manager Card.
• SMSTS certification.
• Experience using Microsoft Project for planning and programming.
• Strong technical knowledge of highways construction, engineering principles and temporary works.
• A comprehensive understanding of construction health and safety legislation.
• Proven experience managing teams, subcontractors and client relationships.
• Excellent organisational, communication and leadership skills.
• A full, clean UK driving licence.
• NRSWA accreditation would be advantageous but is not essential.

What's in It for You?

• Salary up to GBP75,000 per annum, dependent on experience.
• GBP6,000 annual car allowance.
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Permanent, full-time position working 40 hours per week.
• Opportunity to manage a varied portfolio of highways and civil engineering schemes.
• The chance to contribute to a business that prioritises safety, innovation and continuous improvement.
• Opportunities to develop your leadership capabilities and take on greater operational responsibility.

Location & Working Arrangements

The position is based in Hucknall, Nottinghamshire, with travel to project sites as required. You will work closely with operational and project delivery teams across the business.

Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market.