About The Role
We are seeking an experienced Contract Manager with a passion for highways and sustainable transport. This role will lead on the management of Merton’s Highways and Sustainable Transport contracts, worth approximately £6 million annually, and drive strategic procurement for a major highways term service contract valued over £50 million.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead management of the Highways and Sustainable Transport contracts.
* Drive strategic procurement for highways term service contracts.
* Oversee strategic procurements, including mobilisation and implementation of new contracts.
* Develop and implement robust contract monitoring and performance reporting regimes.
* Communicate, negotiate, and manage stakeholder relationships.
Qualifications and Experience
* Proven experience in highways contract management, ideally within a local authority or large public sector environment.
* Strong knowledge of NEC4 or similar contract forms, highways maintenance, and public realm services.
* Demonstrable experience of developing and implementing robust contract monitoring and performance reporting regimes.
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
* Recognised professional qualification in Highways/Construction Management/Civil Engineering.
What We Offer
Merton Council offers a competitive salary, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme, excellent holiday entitlement, flexible working, and a hybrid working model with at least 3 days a week at the Civic Centre in Morden.
The role benefits from proximity to transport links and a supportive workplace that encourages creativity and wellbeing.
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