Surfacing Contracts Lead — Own Projects, Growth & Impact

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

Job summary

Unknown company in Reading is seeking a Surfacing Contracts Manager to oversee multiple surfacing projects from initiation to completion. You’ll take ownership of planning, budgeting, and delivery, ensuring work is completed safely and to high standards.

You will liaise with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers, lead site teams, and monitor progress to keep projects on track. A background in surfacing or civil contract management in smaller businesses is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing surfacing contracts in civil/groundworks environments.
• Strong organisational and communication skills with a track record of delivering on time and to budget.
• Knowledge of health, safety and environmental standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage surfacing projects from start to finish.
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors and suppliers to maintain relationships.
• Prepare and manage project plans, schedules and budgets.
• Ensure sites adhere to health, safety and environmental regulations.
• Manage site teams, providing guidance and support.
• Monitor progress and address issues to keep projects on track.

Skills

Surfacing contracts

Organisation

Communication

Budget management

Health & safety

Team leadership

Job description

Unknown company in Reading is seeking a Surfacing Contracts Manager to oversee multiple surfacing projects from initiation to completion. You’ll take ownership of planning, budgeting, and delivery, ensuring work is completed safely and to high standards.

You will liaise with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers, lead site teams, and monitor progress to keep projects on track. A background in surfacing or civil contract management in smaller businesses is highly desirable.