At a Glance
- Tasks: Oversee highways maintenance contracts and ensure top-notch service delivery.
- Company: Join a dynamic team focused on continuous improvement in infrastructure.
- Benefits: Competitive pay of £55.00 per hour and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with a focus on high-quality service delivery.
- Why this job: Lead impactful projects and drive efficiency in essential public services.
- Qualifications: Degree-level education and significant NEC contract management experience required.
The predicted salary is between 55 - 55 £ per hour.
Location: Oxford
Contract: Temporary 6 months
Hours: Full-time
Pay Rate: £55.00 per hour PAYE
We are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee the delivery and performance of highways maintenance contracts. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused professional with strong NEC contract management experience to lead service delivery, drive continuous improvement and ensure contracts deliver excellent value for money.
Key Responsibilities- Act as NEC Service Manager for highways maintenance contracts.
- Manage contractor performance, ensuring contractual obligations, KPIs and service standards are achieved.
- Oversee contract compliance, audits, governance, payment mechanisms and reporting.
- Lead contract variations, claims and dispute resolution where required.
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs and enhance service delivery.
- Support procurement activities and future contract strategies.
- Develop and maintain effective contract management processes and compliance systems.
- Lead and motivate the Contract Management team, promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
- Build strong relationships with contractors, consultants, operational teams and senior stakeholders.
- Prepare reports and provide expert contractual advice to senior management.
You will have:
- Educated to degree level or equivalent, with a relevant professional qualification.
- Significant experience managing NEC contracts within highways, infrastructure, engineering or a similar environment.
- Proven experience leading and developing high-performing teams.
- Strong commercial and financial management skills.
- Experience monitoring contractor performance and ensuring contract compliance.
- Excellent knowledge of contract administration, contract variations and dispute resolution.
- Excellent stakeholder management, communication and problem-solving skills.
- A commitment to delivering high-quality services, value for money and continuous improvement.
If you're an experienced Contracts Manager looking for your next contract opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.
Contract Manager - Highways employer: Lynx Employment Services Ltd
Lynx Employment Services Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values collaboration and professional growth. With a hybrid working model in Northampton, employees benefit from flexibility while engaging in meaningful projects that impact the public sector. The company prioritises employee development, providing opportunities for continuous learning and advancement within a dynamic legal environment.
Contact Details:
Lynx Employment Services Ltd Recruitment Team
