Highways Contract Manager

Carrington West; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure firm in Greater London is seeking an experienced Highways Contracts Manager to lead critical highways projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing multiple construction sites, focusing on highway bridge maintenance and infrastructure delivery. Offering a competitive salary up to £75,000 and a comprehensive benefits package, this role emphasizes professional development and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Car allowance

Comprehensive benefits package

Ongoing professional development opportunities

Supportive culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing multiple construction sites in a similar role.
• Strong experience in highways bridge maintenance and concrete repair projects.
• A solid background in highways structures and infrastructure delivery.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a portfolio of projects from pre-contract through to delivery.
• Manage multiple highways and structures projects, ensuring timely delivery.
• Prepare and oversee contract plans, safety plans, and risk assessments.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Client relationship management

Financial management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Tools

Modern project management tools

Job description

Highways Contracts Manager

Are you an experienced Highways Contracts Manager ready to take the lead on some of London’s most exciting highways projects? This is your opportunity to make a lasting impact while working with a respected industry leader that values your expertise, ambition, and career growth.

Join a company that invests in you. You’ll be part of a forward‑thinking organisation known for delivering excellence in highways, infrastructure, and civil engineering projects across the UK. Collaboration, innovation, and professional development are at the heart of everything they do.

What you’ll be doing

• Oversee a portfolio of projects from pre‑contract through to delivery, ensuring safety, quality, environmental, and financial targets are consistently achieved.
• Manage multiple highways and structures projects, ensuring delivery on time and within budget.
• Lead pre‑contract planning and coordination with estimators to ensure accurate costings and resourcing.
• Prepare and oversee contract plans, safety plans, method statements, and risk assessments.
• Provide input at regional management and planning meetings, influencing key decisions.
• Implement company SHEQ policies and drive compliance across all project teams.
• Maintain and update the CRM and SLIDS databases with relevant contractual information.
• Oversee accurate record keeping, reporting, and archiving of all project documentation.

What you’ll bring

• Proven experience managing multiple construction sites in a similar role.
• Strong experience in highways bridge maintenance and concrete repair projects.
• A solid background in highways structures and infrastructure delivery.
• Strong planning, programming, and financial management skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships with clients and supply chain partners.
• Competence in Microsoft Office and modern project management tools.
• A collaborative, team‑oriented approach with the ability to develop and lead others.
• Live within a commutable distance of Bristol.

What’s in it for you

• Salary up to £75,000 per annum
• Car allowance and comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and progression within a growing business
• A supportive culture that values your input and celebrates your success
• Projects that genuinely improve local and regional infrastructure

Where and how you’ll work

The Highways Contracts Manager role is based in London, offering a flexible working pattern to promote work‑life balance while maintaining a strong presence on site. You’ll have the chance to work with a committed team who share your passion for delivering high‑quality infrastructure solutions.