Contract Manager

Ground Control; Bedford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading external maintenance company in the UK seeks a Contract Manager to oversee vegetation and Arboricultural projects. The ideal candidate will manage client relationships, ensure safety compliance, and lead a project team. This role offers a competitive salary, career development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

23 days holiday plus bank holidays

Yearly bonus scheme

Robust pension scheme

Employee support services

Subsidised gym memberships

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Experience managing vegetation and Arboricultural projects.
• Ability to maintain safety standards and ensure compliance.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate works, managing teams and subcontractors.
• Build client relationships through regular communication.
• Manage budgets, costings, and invoicing for projects.
• Lead and support your team with clear direction.
• Maintain accurate project records and documentation.

Skills

NPTC: Units 201, 202, and 203

First aid and forestry

PTS

SSSTS

Highways passport

Full driving licence

Vegetation / Arb experience

Contract Management

Operative experience

Job description

Ground Control is a leading external maintenancebusiness and biodiversity expert committed to enhancing and improving the physical environment for our customers and their communities.

We're a purpose driven, values centred business,on a mission to realize the potential of human nature by bringing together people, places and the planet.

Human Nature - At Its Best

Contract Manager

Location: Field based with access to Newark

Salary: Competitive

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday

What you’ll do

Are you a natural leader with a passion for delivering high-quality vegetation and Arboricultural projects? As a Contract Manager, you’ll be at the forefront of our operations - driving project success, developing strong client relationships, and leading teams to deliver safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible works.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Management : Plan and coordinate works, managing teams and subcontractors while maintaining accurate project records.
• Client & Stakeholder Management : Build strong relationships through regular communication, ensuring expectations are met and opportunities identified.
• Business Development : Work with the Business Development team to secure new projects and grow existing client partnerships.
• Financial Oversight : Manage budgets, costings, and invoicing to ensure projects remain profitable and compliant.
• Health, Safety & Compliance : Maintain high safety standards, ensure training and certifications are up to date, and oversee equipment maintenance.
• Leadership : Lead and support your team, providing clear direction, development, and effective day-to-day management.
• Reporting : Keep data and documentation accurate, up to date, and shared across the business.

What we’re looking for

Essential Knowledge & Skills

• NPTC : Units 201, 202, and 203 (Chainsaw maintenance, crosscutting, and fell and process trees up to 380mm)
• First aid and forestry
• PTS
• SSSTS
• Highways passport
• Full driving licence
• Vegetation / Arb experience
• Contract Management
• Operative experience

Desirable Knowledge and Skills

• SMSTS
• IOSH – managing safely
• Must be able to work away from home from time to time.

Career Development Focus : We’re committed to supporting your professional growth with clear career paths, training, and tailored development programs, including our GC Leadership Academy, job specific accreditations and higher education opportunities.

Exciting Growth Opportunities : Be part of a rapidly growing company with a dynamic team and expanding client base.

Collaborative Environment : Work in a supportive, engaging, and innovative culture where your contributions are valued.

Competitive Package : Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, along with flexible working options, including :
23 days holiday, Increasing with length of service + bank holidays
Yearly bonus scheme & Share options
Robust pension scheme
Medigold employee support, Free Flu Jabs, Online private GP Service
Free or subsidised national gym memberships
Employee Recognition Scheme
2 personal choice volunteering days

Ground Control

Ground Control is a UK-based grounds maintenance company powered by the latest technology. Since launching in 1973, Ground Control has grown rapidly and now provides full national coverage for our customers across the UK and Ireland.

We deliver a range of services, including grounds maintenance, winter gritting, landscape construction, design, arboriculture, electric vehicle charging point installation to more than 50,000 commercial properties across the UK.

If you are looking to invest in your future with a business that puts people at the centre of everything, click the apply now button below to speak to a member of our team.

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Equal Opportunities Statement

At Ground Control, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate based on sex, age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We actively support and promote an inclusive culture, ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and beyond.

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