Highways Contract Manager

Highways Contract Manager (NEC4) – 6-Month Contract

Location:

Oxfordshire (2–3 days per week in the office, Tuesdays mandatory, other days subject to business needs)

Rate: £65 per hour (Umbrella)

Contract:

6 Months (Potential Extension)

We are seeking an experienced Highways Contract Manager to join on an initial 6-month contract. This is a senior opportunity to take responsibility for the NEC Service Manager function across major highways maintenance contracts valued between £30m–£50m per annum. This role is ideal for a highways professional with strong NEC4 contract management experience who can drive performance, value for money, and continuous improvement while working collaboratively with internal stakeholders and external contractors.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the delegated NEC Service Manager for Highways Maintenance contracts.
• Oversee the delivery and performance of highways contracts, ensuring compliance with NEC4 contract requirements.
• Manage contract performance, service delivery, payment mechanisms, and contract extensions.
• Ensure contracts deliver value for money while balancing commercial and operational risk.
• Monitor contractor performance against agreed KPIs and service standards.
• Work closely with the Head of Highway Maintenance and Operational Managers to improve contract delivery and business processes.
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