Highways Contracts & Commissioning Officer

Buckinghamshire Council; Aylesbury; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Buckinghamshire Council is advertising for a Client and Commissioning Officer within the Highways and Technical Services team. The role focuses on developing and delivering contract management activities to maximise value for money and service quality for Buckinghamshire residents.

The post involves supporting leads in managing highways contracts, overseeing external contractors, and collaborating with senior managers, elected members, and stakeholders to ensure efficient service delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience in highways maintenance, contract management, finance and performance management.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor highways maintenance and related service contracts.
• Ensure contractual arrangements remain effective and fit for purpose.
• Oversee contract performance, financial reporting, auditing and compliance.
• Support budget management, programme delivery and forward planning.
• Identify and mitigate operational and contractual risks.
• Provide technical highways advice to stakeholders and partners.
• Drive continuous improvement through performance analysis, research and consultation.
• Support the mobilisation of new contracts and development of asset management systems.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety requirements.

Job description

Buckinghamshire Council is advertising for a Client and Commissioning Officer within the Highways and Technical Services team. The role focuses on developing and delivering contract management activities to maximise value for money and service quality for Buckinghamshire residents.

The post involves supporting leads in managing highways contracts, overseeing external contractors, and collaborating with senior managers, elected members, and stakeholders to ensure efficient service delivery.