Contracts Supervisor / Contracts Manager (Asphalt & Surfacing) Salary: Up to £70,000 package (dependant on experience) Location: Reading (projects nationwide with accommodation provided where necessary) Full-time, Permanent About the company You will be joining an experienced specialist surfacing business with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality asphalt, tarmac and resin surfacing solutions across commercial, residential, aviation and local authority environments. They work with a wide range of clients, delivering surfacing for commercial developments, residential estates, airports, rail projects and more, backed by qualified teams and a focus on safety, flexibility and customer satisfaction. Why join them This Contracts Supervisor / Contracts Manager role suits someone who thrives on variety, enjoys both contract management and hands-on delivery, and wants to be part of a supportive, close-knit team. The business is experienced but personal, and team members are treated as part of the family. You will work alongside the operations director and play a key role in delivering contracts up to £1 million, with opportunities to influence operations and grow your own career within a specialist contractor context. About the role As a Contracts Supervisor / Contracts Manager, you will lead delivery of significant surfacing contracts across the UK, ensuring excellent standards on both the commercial and operational sides. You will manage contract performance, client relationships, scheduling, on-site teams and commercial outcomes, supporting the operations director to deliver projects safely, on time and within budget. Your background ideally includes at least five years’ experience supervising or managing asphalt and surfacing contracts, with a strong understanding of asphalt work from either a contractor or supplier perspective. Experience in both standalone surfacing operations and contract management up to £1 million is highly desirable. You will be expected to work across the South East and nationwide, with accommodation provided where necessary, and your own initiative, organisational aptitude and site experience will be key to success. Key responsibilities may include: • Leading and managing asphalt and surfacing contracts up to £1 million • Supervising site teams, subcontractors and quality assurance processes • Managing commercial performance and client relationships • Supporting planning, resourcing and delivery of complex surfacing projects • Assisting the operations director with operational and commercial decisions This Contracts Supervisor / Contracts Manager role is perfect for someone who has started on the tools and worked up through the ranks, enjoys a varied schedule and wants a pivotal role in a committed, specialist team. Contact Jack at Up Front Recruitment for more information