Contract Manager - Highways

# Contracts Manager Highways

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.
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