Highways Contract Manager

Carrington West; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrington West is seeking a Contract Manager to lead major highways and civil engineering schemes across the UK from Featherstone. You will manage project teams, coordinate with clients, and drive safety and quality throughout delivery.

The role requires NEC contract knowledge, SMSTS, CSCS, and a full UK driving licence, with travel across Yorkshire and beyond. A competitive salary up to £75,000 is offered based on experience.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• NVQ Level 6 or 7 qualification.
• CSCS Manager Card and SMSTS are desirable.
• Experience with NEC contracts and project controls.
• Full UK Driving Licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of highways and civil engineering schemes from inception to completion.
• Manage Project Managers and operational teams to meet programme and financial targets.
• Build strong client and stakeholder relationships across the UK.
• Oversee safety, quality, and environmental compliance on site.
• Support tender submissions and pre-construction activities.

Skills

NEC contracts

MS Project

Leadership/mentoring

Stakeholder management

Construction/project delivery

Education

HNC/HND in Civil Engineering

NVQ Level 6 or Level 7

CSCS Manager Card

SMSTS

Full UK Driving Licence

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Contract Manager - Highways & Civil Engineering

Location: Featherstone, with travel across Yorkshire, the North East and nationwide

Salary: Up to £75,000, dependent on experience

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Lead major highways and infrastructure projects across the UK

Are you a Contract Manager looking for the opportunity to take ownership of major highways and civil engineering schemes while developing teams and influencing the performance of a growing business?

My client is looking for an experienced Contract Manager to join its highways and infrastructure operation based from Featherstone. You will take responsibility for the successful delivery of multiple projects, giving you the opportunity to lead experienced teams, work closely with key clients and oversee schemes from pre-construction through to completion.

You will be joining an established organisation delivering critical highway maintenance and infrastructure projects across the UK, with a strong focus on safety, quality, collaboration and continuous improvement.

What you will be doing

As Contract Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the safe, efficient and commercially successful delivery of multiple highways and civil engineering projects.

You will be:

• Leading the delivery of highway maintenance and civil engineering schemes from inception through to completion.


• Managing Project Managers, Construction Managers and operational teams to achieve programme, commercial and performance objectives.


• Building trusted and collaborative relationships with clients, customers and key stakeholders.


• Monitoring project performance, programme delivery, budgets and financial outcomes.


• Reviewing and approving key health and safety documentation, including RAMS and Construction Phase Plans.


• Supporting tender submissions and pre-construction activities through site visits and technical input.


• Overseeing temporary works, quality assurance and compliance requirements.


• Identifying project risks and ensuring appropriate mitigation measures are implemented.


• Coaching, mentoring and developing team members to support their progression and performance.


• Ensuring projects meet required health, safety, environmental and quality standards.


• Taking ownership of contract performance and helping drive continuous improvement across the wider operation.

What you will need

To be successful in this Contract Manager position, you will ideally have:

• An HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or an equivalent relevant qualification.


• NVQ Level 6 or Level 7.


• A valid CSCS Manager Card.


• SMSTS.


• Previous experience working as a Contract Manager or in a senior operational leadership position within highways or civil engineering.


• A strong understanding of NEC contracts and commercial management principles.


• Experience using MS Project.


• A full UK Driving Licence.

It would also be beneficial if you hold a Temporary Works Coordinator qualification, NRSWA accreditation or have previous experience delivering projects on National Highways or high-speed road networks.

What you will get

You will receive a salary of up to £75,000, dependent on experience, alongside the opportunity to take a senior role within a growing highways and infrastructure business.

You will be given the autonomy to lead significant projects, develop your team and make a visible contribution to operational and commercial performance. You will also have opportunities to continue developing your own skills and progress your career as the business grows.

The position is based in Featherstone, with travel required across Yorkshire, the North East and other UK project locations.

My client promotes a collaborative and inclusive working environment where people are respected, supported and encouraged to develop. Safety, wellbeing, quality and creating positive outcomes for customers and communities remain central to how the business operates.

FOOTNOTE

If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.

Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. 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.

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