Account Manager

Overview

Oversee £8‑10M traffic contract, lead 30‑50 staff, manage P&L, safety, strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• succession planning
• resource management
• budget forecasting
• performance review
• health safety
• client management

Tasks

-Lead on succession planning for the contract and contribute to regional succession planning -Ensure efficient management of the contract’s resources, employees, fleet, suppliers and subcontractors -Lead, review and challenge contract budgets and forecasts to ensure consistent, challenging but deliverable approach adopted -Manage overall contract performance, with regular site visits and performance review against targets -Applying strong leadership skills to enhance efficiency and innovation in your role. -Promote and support Social Value opportunities on the contract as well as across the portfolio -Leveraging your expertise in health and safety to drive results. -Be accountable for leading a positive health and safety culture which ensures safe processes, procedures and behaviours as well as continuous improvement through best practice activities -Collaborate with Transport Scotland and Operational Partners to drive innovation to support continued best practice to meet contract needs and vision -Responsible for specific client relationships, with regular review of contract performance and active management of issues

Requirements

• road construction
• maintenance
• chartered engineer

What You Bring

-Experienced in working on trunk road construction / maintenance contracts. -Chartered Engineer as awarded by an appropriate UK engineering institution.

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Benefits

-Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded tailored to your growth. -Flexible Benefits: Customise your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle-to-work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships. -Competitive Salary: Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions. -Personal Development Opportunities: Advance your personal growth through mentorship and access to our award-winning programs like our Leadership Development, Women@Amey, and Multicultural Leadership programs. -Social Impact: Take part in our community initiatives with 2x paid volunteering days a year, plus other opportunities to support fundraising and local projects. -Company Car: Select from an electric company vehicle or receive a generous car allowance, supporting our ambitious journey to carbon net zero! -Pension: Benefit from a generous pension scheme with company contributions for your future peace of mind. -Career Growth: Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities to roles like Account director. -Holidays: Enjoy at least 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further 5 days! Giving you plenty of time to relax and recharge. -Exclusive Discounts: Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.

About Amey

-Headquartered in London, delivers full lifecycle solutions across roads, rail, facilities, and utilities. -Blends data-driven consulting with large-scale delivery, advising on analytics, asset condition, and digital platforms. -Typical projects include major highway improvements, railway electrification, signalling renewals, complex facilities upkeep, and public-sector estate upgrades. -Consulting arm advises on strategic asset management for clients like Network Rail and MTA’s Long Island Rail Road, with operations in North America and Australia. -A standout example is a Birmingham highways turnaround, demonstrating ability to navigate challenges for resilient, long-term infrastructure outcomes. -From restoring historic bridges to optimizing EV charging networks in Manchester via bespoke data models, brings creativity and engineering rigour to projects.

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