Highways Commissioning Manager, Revenue

We are seeking an experienced, professional Highways Commissioning Manager to lead the commissioning, planning and delivery of routine and reactive highways maintenance across Buckinghamshire. This strategic role ensures the effective delivery of the Council’s annual programmes, providing assurance that commissioned services deliver the expected scope, quality and value for money.

You will play a vital part in shaping a responsive, efficient and customer‑focused highways service - one aligned to the vision and objectives of Buckinghamshire Highways and committed to achieving strong performance, excellent service outcomes and financial stewardship.

Buckinghamshire Council is a relatively new organisation that combines the strengths and expertise of the previous five councils in the county to create positive change for local people, communities, and businesses. We are firmly focused on the future and have made a clear commitment to serve residents better and to provide stronger representation for Buckinghamshire, both locally and nationally.

Buckinghamshire Council’s Highways team are responsible for maintaining a safe, resilient and high‑quality road network for residents, businesses and communities. We collaborate with our Alliance delivery partners, consultants and contractors to deliver complex, high‑profile programmes that support the county’s long‑term infrastructure needs.

We take pride in our organisational values. As part of our team, you will embody our commitment to being:
Proud, Ambitious, Collaborative and Trustworthy - working to high standards, driving improvement and always acting with professionalism and accountability.

As Highways Commissioning Manager, Revenue, you will lead the commissioning and oversight of routine and reactive maintenance services to ensure effective delivery of programmes, robust contract performance and long‑term value. Working across the Council, with elected Members and with key delivery partners, you will ensure the service continues to evolve, innovate and meet the needs of Buckinghamshire’s residents.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning, development and delivery of routine and reactive highways maintenance programmes.
• Develop and implement integrated strategies informed by customer insight, operational data, best practice and commercial considerations.
• Provide expert advice and strategic guidance on commissioning, commercial and highways maintenance matters.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, professional standards, policies and contractual requirements.
• Prepare and present complex reports, business cases, specifications and management information.
• Manage key provider relationships, ensuring services are delivered to the required standards, budgets and performance expectations.
• Lead major contractual and framework negotiations to secure value for money and long‑term service resilience.
• Proactively identify, assess and manage risks, ensuring robust business continuity arrangements.
• Lead and develop a high‑performing team, fostering capability, professional standards and a culture of continuous improvement.
• Oversee a budget of approximately £25M per annum, ensuring financial integrity, accurate forecasting and strategic use of resources.
• Drive innovation, service transformation and efficiency initiatives aligned with the Council’s wider objectives.

You will be a Highways Professional with extensive experience in delivering operational highways maintenance programmes through contractual arrangements.

A natural relationship builder, you will be passionate about developing effective and collaborative partnerships with delivery partners, internal colleagues and a wide range of stakeholders.

Solution focused, you will embrace new technology, innovation and change and be able to inspire others to follow you on this journey.

For further information on this role please see the attached job summary.

This role requires face-to-face working, collaboration and meetings. The postholder will be expected to be in the office at least two days a week and be able to travel between our operational depots as necessary.

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