Job Description

Contract Manager

Business Unit: 5106 - Surrey

Location: Guildford

Job Role

The Contract Manager (Traffic Management Manager) will play a pivotal role in ensuring safe and efficient traffic flow within project sites, contributing to the overall success of construction or event planning activities.

Duties

Strategic Planning:

Develop and implement comprehensive traffic management plans in alignment with project requirements and regulatory standards. Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to integrate traffic management strategies into overall project planning.



Regulatory Compliance:

Stay abreast of local, regional, and national traffic regulations and standards. Ensure all traffic management activities comply with relevant laws and guidelines.



Team Leadership:

Manage a team of traffic management professionals, providing guidance and support. Conduct regular training sessions to enhance team members' skills and awareness.



Site Assessments:

Conduct thorough site assessments to determine traffic flow patterns, potential risks, and necessary control measures. Develop and implement traffic management plans based on site-specific requirements. Traffic Control Implementation: Oversee the installation and maintenance of traffic control measures, including signage, road markings, and temporary traffic signals. Coordinate with relevant authorities for road closures or diversions as needed.



Communication and Coordination:

Liaise with local authorities, law enforcement, and other stakeholders to coordinate traffic management activities. Communicate traffic plans and updates effectively to internal teams and external partners.



Incident Response:

Develop and implement procedures for responding to traffic incidents or emergencies. Coordinate with emergency services and initiate appropriate traffic control measures during incidents.



Budget Management:

Develop and manage budgets for traffic management activities, ensuring cost-effective solutions. Monitor expenditures and identify opportunities for cost savings without compromising safety.



Technology Integration:

Explore and implement technology solutions for efficient traffic management, such as intelligent transportation systems and real-time monitoring tools.

Person Specification

Qualifications:

Proven experience in traffic management, with a focus on planning and execution. Lantra M6/Street-works Unit 10 Card IOSH/NEBOSH (Desireable) In-depth knowledge of traffic regulations, safety standards, and industry best practices. Strong leadership and interpersonal skills. Certification in traffic management or related field is desirable. Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time - 40 - Monday to Friday

Fairness Inclusion & Respect

Fairness, Inclusion and Respect (FIR) at Ringway is about recognising and celebrating each other's differences and what they bring to the team.

Harnessing this diversity and applying the experiences, abilities and unique qualities of individuals will enhance our business; therefore, we commit to equity of opportunity and fair treatment of all current and potential employees and encourage job applications from all.

Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made as part of the application process please contact us directly.

Ringway recognises the importance of helping our employees balance their work and home life by offering flexible working arrangements across many of our roles which include working from home to enable employees to balance their working life with other priorities.