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Vector Recruitment Solutions; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Car allowance

Benefits

Job summary

Vector Recruitment Solutions is seeking an experienced Contract Manager for a fast-growing drainage contractor in Warwickshire. You will oversee contract delivery, safety, and P&L, while coordinating a depot team and on-site resources to meet targets.

Lead a ~40-strong drainage workforce, build strong client relationships, and manage works programmes and pricing. A standout opportunity with a competitive package including a company vehicle or car allowance and benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Contract Manager in drainage/highways/utilities.
• Full UK Driving Licence is required.
• CSCS card holder and health & safety qualification (SMSTS or IOSH Managing Safely).
• Excellent leadership, planning and client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Overall responsibility for contract delivery, health & safety, and monthly P&L.
• Lead a small depot team in a flexible, innovative environment.
• Coordinate on-site resources with a focus on safe working practices.
• Manage contract performance, standards and targets.
• Line manage ~40 drainage personnel and address performance issues.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Develop and monitor works programmes and schedules of rates.
• Oversee cost control, monthly applications and contract pricing.
• Conduct regular site audits focusing on safety and quality.

Skills

Contract management

Team leadership

HSE management

Client relationship

Planning & scheduling

Tools

CSCS card

SMSTS or IOSH

Job description

Salary: Circa £50,000 + Company Vehicle or Car Allowance + Benefits

Our client, a fast-growing drainage contractor, is seeking an experienced, proactive, and driven Contract Manager in Warwickshire. In this pivotal role, you will manage and resource a wide range of operational drainage activities, including gully emptying, reactive jetting, root cutting, CCTV surveys, and traffic management. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated drainage / highways professional to lead a key contract and drive operational success.

The Role:

• Overall responsibility for contract delivery, health & safety, and monthly P&L
• Lead a small, agile depot team in a flexible and innovative environment
• Coordinate and plan on-site resources, ensuring safe working practices at all times
• Manage contract performance, standards, and targets
• Line management a team of circa 40 drainage personnels, handling any performance issues
• Build and maintain strong client relationships
• Develop, monitor, and manage the works programme and schedule of rates
• Oversee cost control, monthly applications, and contract pricing
• Conduct regular site audits with a focus on safety and quality

About You:

• Proven experience as a Contract Manager or similar within the drainage, highways or utilities industry
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Skilled in managing safe working practices
• CSCS card holder & health and safety qualification (SMSTS or IOSH Managing Safely)
• Excellent team leadership, planning, and client-facing skills
• Circa £50,000 per year
• Christmas bonus
• Company vehicle or car allowance
• 28 days holiday (increasing with service)