Contract Manager

Salary: Up to £45,000 with a total package up to £58,875 (including bonus, car/car allowance) plus pension and other Veolia Benefits

Location:  UK wide would suit someone that lives in M4 corridor/Home Counties/Midlands/Yorkshire. This is a mobile role with 3 to 4 days travel weekly 

Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It’s why we’re looking for someone who’s just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life. 

We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

The Contract Manager will be responsible for managing waste contracts by effectively utilising identified resources to ensure they meet or exceed both service delivery and budgetary targets. This role requires managing contract profitability, ensuring legislation and compliance, upholding corporate and social responsibility standards, and maintaining Veolia Ethics.

What we can offer you:

• Access to our company pension scheme

• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers

• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to

• 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household

• One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community 

• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What you'll be doing:

• Manage contracts within a portfolio to meet or exceed service delivery and budgetary targets whilst ensuring contract profitability and compliance requirements.

• Host monthly client service reviews to explain safety issues, review financial and environmental reports, and resolve operational and contractual issues.

• Create a safe, open and honest work environment that promotes equality, celebrates successes, and fosters a learning culture for team members.

• Seek out and deliver innovative solutions to existing customers, enhancing their perception of Veolia as a provider of added value and best practice.

• Work with clients on sustainability programmes including waste management strategies, sustainability assessments, and circular solutions.

What we're looking for:

• Waste management and Circular Economy experience.

• Account/Contract management experience.

• Experience of managing a team.

• 5S or Lean Sigma qualification desirable.

• NEBOSH or similar Health & Safety qualification, would be desirable.

• Transport Manager CPC would be desirable

What’s next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career. 

We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles. 

We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.