Contracts Manager Job at Breedon Group plc (Newburgh)

Job Description

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Contracts Manager will be responsible for the successful delivery of surfacing operations across Fife and Tayside & East Central Scotland. This field-based role involves overseeing surfacing squads and ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on time, and to the highest quality standards. Working closely with operational teams and subcontractors, the Contracts Manager will play a key role in driving business performance, maintaining strong client relationships, and identifying opportunities for growth. The successful candidate will provide visible leadership across multiple sites, championing a positive health, safety, and wellbeing culture while supporting the continued development of the surfacing business throughout the region.

Job Responsibility

Lead the safe and efficient delivery of asphalt surfacing contracts across a range of public highway, residential, commercial, and industrial projects
Manage contract performance to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards
Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers, local authorities, subcontractors, and other key stakeholders
Drive business performance by identifying opportunities to increase volume, grow the customer base, and improve profitability
Ensure full compliance with health, safety, environmental, and company policies, promoting a positive safety culture throughout the business
Monitor operational and financial performance against annual business plans and agreed targets
Provide leadership, guidance, and support to operational teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability
Maintain accurate records, documentation, and reporting to support effective contract management and decision-making
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and customer service

Requirements

Demonstrable experience leading the delivery of surfacing activities within either a local authority or strategic road network environment
Strong commercial awareness with the ability to manage budgets, costs, and contract performance effectively
Excellent organisational skills with a high level of attention to detail and strong document management capabilities
Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams while building effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the confidence to engage at all levels of an organisation
Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret operational and financial data to support decision-making
Commitment to promoting and maintaining high standards of health, safety, wellbeing, and environmental compliance
A relevant technical qualification and/or membership of a recognised professional institution is desirable
SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) certification is desirable

Nice to have

A relevant technical qualification and/or membership of a recognised professional institution
SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) certification

What we offer

A tailored, competitive salary
Company Pension Scheme
Company car or cash allowance
33 days annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
Share Saver Scheme participation
Company Life Assurance Scheme
Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support
Discounts on a wide range of products through our employee benefits platform
Broad learning opportunities and career progression pathways

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