Tarmac​/Surfacing Contracts Manager

The Tarmac/Surfacing Contracts Manager will work within the EC Surfacing operational structure, reporting to the Operations Manager and Operations Director.

• - Manage the day-to-day delivery of tarmac and surfacing contracts, from award through to completion, ensuring works are carried out productively, efficiently and in line with company procedures.
• - Plan, programme and coordinate surfacing works, including labour, plant and materials, to meet client and contractual deadlines.
• - Act as the principal point of contact for clients, consultants and framework partners on assigned contracts, building and maintaining strong working relationships.
• - Provide direct line management and supervision to site supervisors, foremen and operative teams, ensuring consistent delivery standards across all surfacing operations.
• - Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with relevant specifications, quality standards and Highways/CDM requirements.
• - Monitor contract costs, valuations and variations, liaising with the commercial and accounts team to ensure accurate monthly cost and revenue reporting.
• - Manage subcontractors and suppliers, including the procurement and scheduling of surfacing materials such as asphalt, bitumen and aggregates.
• - Build and maintain good relationships with clients, framework suppliers and design consultants, supporting repeat business opportunities.
• - Work with the Pre Construction & Estimating Director to ensure a smooth handover of secured work from the tender and estimating stage into live operations.
• - Identify and resolve site issues promptly, escalating to the Operations Manager or Operations Director where required.
• - Maintain accurate site records, including site diaries, as-built information and material testing/compliance documentation.
• - Keep up to date on relevant changes in standards, specifications and legislation affecting the surfacing industry.
• - Ensure all staff under your management comply with their job responsibilities and achieve a good standard of work.

• - Ensure the company health and safety reporting lines are followed and maintained on all contracts.
• - Support accident, incident and near-miss investigations by providing statements and evidence where required.
• - Follow and adhere to risk assessment controls, Safe Systems of Work and PPE requirements.
• - Report accidents, incidents and near misses.
• - Ensure the fulfilment of the health and safety element of all staff roles under your management.
• - Set a personal example regarding health and safety matters, promoting the safety culture through observations, site standards and workplace safety.
• - Comply with all legal requirements.
• - Take care of your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by your actions.

• - Full driving licence.
• - CSCS Managers Card.
• - SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme).
• - Previous relevant industry experience.
• - Experience managing people.

• - Excellent knowledge of IT.
• - Knowledge of surfacing materials, specifications and testing requirements.
• - Good organisation and time-management skills.
• - Courteous and polite manner with customers.
• - Strong organisational, administrative and planning skills.
• - Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• - Self-motivated, with the ability to work without supervision.
• - Attention to detail.
• - Discretion and the ability to handle confidential information.
• - Ability to multi-task and motivate others.
• - Excellent leadership skills.

• - Highways or roadworks surfacing experience.
• - Knowledge of CDM Regulations, Design Management, Programme Management and Risk Management.

We specialise in providing road surfacing, road planning and civil engineering projects.