Contract Manager

Ground Control; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Ground Control, une entreprise britannique de maintenance des espaces verts, recherche un Contract Manager passionné pour diriger plusieurs contrats de maintenance. Vous serez responsable de la gestion quotidienne, de la conformité et du développement des relations clients, tout en soutenant les équipes dans un environnement dynamique et en pleine expansion. Un développement de carrière est offert à travers des formations spécifiques et des possibilités d'avancement.

Benefits

23 jours de congés, avec augmentation selon l'ancienneté

Schéma de bonus annuel et options d'actions

Soutien aux employés et rendez-vous médicaux privés gratuits

Adhésion gratuite ou subventionnée à des gymnases nationaux

Programme de reconnaissance des employés

Qualifications

• Expérience avérée à un niveau de gestion de contrat.
• Capacité à superviser des équipes sur plusieurs sites.
• Connaissance approfondie des réglementations de santé et de sécurité.

Responsibilities

• Gérer la performance quotidienne des contrats de maintenance des espaces.
• Assurer la conformité aux réglementations de santé et de sécurité.
• Établir des relations solides avec les clients.

Skills

Communication

Négociation

Relations clients

Résolution de problèmes

Education

Expérience en gestion de contrats dans le secteur de la maintenance

Job description

Due to ongoing growth, we are looking for a skilled and dedicated Contract Manager to join our team. If you are passionate about grounds maintenance, have strong contract management experience or experience running your own grounds maintenance business, and are ready for a new challenge, this is the perfect role for you!

What you’ll do:

You’ll play a key role in leading the execution of multiple grounds maintenance contracts, ensuring high quality contract performance, health and safety compliance, and maintaining the highest standards of service delivery and efficiency. You will also lead, manage, and develop both our field teams and directly employed staff, along with fostering and maintaining strong client relationships, identifying new opportunities to extend our services on existing or new sites.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Oversee the day-to-day management and performance of multiple grounds maintenance contracts
2. Ensure all works are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards
3. Identify, price, and supervise additional works on existing grounds maintenance sites to achieve extra works targets
4. Lead and manage operational teams, ensuring staff are trained, motivated, and equipped to deliver top-tier services
5. Recruit additional field teams and directly employed staff into your region when required to increase operational output
6. Ensure compliance with Health and Safety regulations and quality requirements
7. Develop a proactive approach to client engagement, building strong relationships with clients and customers alike
8. Undertake regular site visits to uphold quality standards

What we’re looking for:

• Proven experience at Contract Manager level within the grounds maintenance industry
• Previous experience supervising or leading teams across multiple sites
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills with experience in fostering client relationships
• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations and environmental standards
• Problem-solving ability and a proactive, results-driven attitude
• Full driving license and willingness to travel to different sites as required

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
• Medigold employee support, free flu jabs, online private GP service
• Free or subsidized national gym memberships
• Employee recognition scheme

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 center of everything, click the apply now button below to speak to a member of our team.

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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 age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, 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.