Location: Reading
Salary: up to £75,000
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Surfacing Contracts Manager to join a growing, close-knit company. This role is ideal for someone with a background in smaller businesses, who is eager to take ownership of projects and make a meaningful impact.
The Role:
The Surfacing Contracts Manager will oversee multiple surfacing projects, managing them from initiation through to completion. Based across [local/regional] projects, the role involves hands-on management, ensuring all work is delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest standard.
Key Responsibilities:
·Leading and managing surfacing projects from start to finish.
·Liaising with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers to build and maintain strong relationships.
·Preparing and managing project plans, schedules, and budgets.
·Ensuring all sites adhere to health, safety, and environmental regulations.
·Managing site teams, providing guidance, mentoring, and support.
·Monitoring progress and addressing any issues to ensure projects remain on track.
The Ideal Candidate:
The successful candidate will have a proven track record in surfacing or civil engineering contract management, ideally gained within a smaller company. They will be a proactive and adaptable professional, capable of juggling multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
Key Skills & Experience:
·Demonstrable experience in managing surfacing contracts.
·Strong organisational and communication skills.
·Commercial awareness and budget management expertise.
·Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental standards.
·A collaborative approach with the ability to lead and inspire teams.
Benefits of Joining:
·An opportunity to work within a growing business where contributions are recognised.
·A supportive and collaborative team culture.
·Exposure to a variety of projects to broaden skills and experience.
·Clear progression opportunities aligned with the company's growth.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Surfacing Contracts Manager who is keen to advance their career within a smaller, ambitious company.
FOOTNOTE:
If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Jordan Townley at Carrington West on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) for more information.
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Salary description
£65000.00 - £75000.00 per year