Contract Manager

Manpower Group (UK); Doagh; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

21 days holiday

Healthcare & Wellbeing platform

Enhanced parental leave

Discounts on benefits

Annual awards

Job summary

Manpower Group (UK) is seeking a Contracts Manager to oversee daily operations of a large NI contract portfolio from our Templepatrick depot, with occasional travel to client sites. The role emphasizes contract performance, client relationships, safety compliance and financial management.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in contracts management (grounds maintenance preferred), strong scheduling and budgeting skills, and a valid UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience as Contracts Manager or similar, preferably Grounds Maintenance.
• Experience delivering multiple contracts to client specifications.
• Strong ability to schedule and plan PPM cycles.
• Commercial financial knowledge and budgeting experience.
• Proven people management and stakeholder engagement.
• Proficient with MS Office and internal portals; training available.
• Full valid UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day running of the contract portfolio in Northern Ireland.
• Deliver contracts to industry-wide standards including performance and service levels.
• Manage client relationships and key stakeholders across projects.
• Lead site teams; ensure health & safety compliance and best practices.
• Monitor budgets, KPIs and drive financial performance across contracts.

Skills

Contracts management

PPM scheduling

Budget & KPI handling

People management

IT proficiency

Driving licence

Client relationship skills

Job description

Contracts Manager

Location: Templepatrick, Northern Ireland

Salary: Competitive (can be discussed at next stage of application)

Contract Type: Permanent, full-time

Working Hours: Mon-Fri between 8:00-17:00 however flexibility may be required due to business requirements

About the role

We currently require a Contracts Manager to manage the day to day running of the contracts in Northern Ireland. The successful candidate would be looking after a large portfolio of our public sector contracts and delivering them to an industry-wide standard, encompassing contract performance, delivery of contract objectives, client relationships, people management, health & safety compliance and financial performance. The role will be based out of our Templepatrick depot but some days you will be expected to travel to client sites around Northern Ireland.

Requirements

• 5+ years experience as a Contracts Manager or adjacent position (strong preference for experience to be within Grounds Maintenance).
• Experience with handling the delivery of a large number of contracts and their specifications.
• Strong experience in scheduling and planning PPM (Planned Preventative Maintenance) cycles, ensuring all works are delivered in line with client specifications, contractual requirements, and agreed service levels.
• Commercial financial knowledge and experience in mapping out budgets and meeting client KPIs.
• Strong people management skills in engaging with employees internally and clients externally.
• IT proficient - experience with Microsoft Office and internal portals (training will be provided on the latter).
• A full valid UK driving licence is essential.

Why join us?

As the UK's leading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, no two projects are ever the same - and neither are our people. That's why we're committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.

What we offer

• Career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our extensive in-house training academy, and coaching and mentorship.
• A diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals.
• Contribute to projects that have a meaningful impact & make a real difference in the community and environment.
• We recognise and reward your hard work with our wide-ranging competitive benefits package designed to prioritise your wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times.

Benefits

• 21 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Full Workwear & PPE provided.
• Healthcare & Wellbeing platform.
• Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
• Support for personal and professional challenges.
• Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
• Secure your future - resources to manage your finances
• Colleague of the month and annual awards.
• Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.
• Comprehensive resources and support.

About i'dverde

We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, in the UK alone we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry. At i'dverde, we understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of £250 million, we're more than just a company - we're a force for positive change. We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK.

Grow with us, and together we'll create a greener future for all.