At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage and monitor key highways contracts to ensure effective service delivery.
- Company: Cambridgeshire County Council, dedicated to community wellbeing and support.
- Benefits: Wellbeing package, additional annual leave options, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: On-the-job training provided; perfect for those eager to learn and grow.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in local communities while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational skills, knowledge of highways contracts, and excellent communication abilities.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Cambridgeshire County Council is committed to helping people live healthy, safe and independent lives. We are looking for a motivated Contract Management Officer to support the delivery of key highways contracts that underpin vital services across the county.
You will play a key role in managing and monitoring our Highways Term Service Contract, ensuring strong performance, value for money, and delivery aligned with corporate priorities. Working within the Highways Commercial & Contract Management Team you’ll collaborate across the council to ensure services are effective, efficient and fit for purpose. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong stakeholder skills and the ability to navigate complex environments to drive positive outcomes.
What will you be doing?
- Supporting the management of highways contracts worth circa £65m per annum
- Monitoring performance, delivery and programmes across infrastructure services
- Working with NEC3, NEC4 and PFI contracts
- Supporting continuous improvement, including digital-first approaches
- Producing analysis, reports and performance insights
- Collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders to ensure effective contract delivery
About you
You will have:
- Strong organisational and analytical skills, with confidence working with data
- Knowledge of highways contracts, construction/civils, programme management and supplier engagement
- The ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
You’ll be motivated to make a difference in local communities and keen to learn and develop within a supportive team. Don’t worry if you can’t yet fully demonstrate the essential criteria, a willingness to learn and develop is just as important and on the job training will be provided.
Our benefits
We value our colleagues in Cambridgeshire County Council and have developed a number of benefits in addition to the basics like annual leave, sick pay, pension and mileage:
- A comprehensive wellbeing package to cover all aspects of wellbeing, both in and out of work, which can also be accessed by your family
- Buy up to 4 weeks additional annual leave (pro-rata) through our salary sacrifice scheme
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Cambridgeshire County Council is an excellent employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive work environment that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional growth. As a Contract Management Officer, you will benefit from a comprehensive wellbeing package, opportunities for additional annual leave, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in local communities while collaborating with a motivated team. The council's commitment to continuous improvement and development ensures that you will thrive in your role, making it a rewarding place to work.
