Contract Manager

UKund Control; Newark on Trent; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading grounds maintenance company in Newark on Trent is seeking a Contract Manager to oversee project delivery and client relationships. This role requires strong project management skills, the ability to maintain safety standards, and effective team leadership. The ideal candidate should hold key certifications like NPTC and have a full driving license. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, including flexible working options and career development support.

Benefits

23 days holiday, increasing with service

Yearly bonus scheme & Share options

Robust pension scheme

Free or subsidised national gym memberships

Employee Recognition Scheme

Qualifications

• Strong project management skills.
• Ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• Experience in financial oversight and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate works, managing teams and subcontractors.
• Build strong relationships through regular communication.
• Manage budgets and invoicing to ensure profitability.
• Maintain high safety standards and oversee equipment maintenance.
• Lead and support your team, providing clear direction.

Skills

NPTC: Units 201, 202, and 203

First aid and forestry

PTS

SSSTS

Highways passport

Full driving licence

Job description

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:

As a Contract Manager, you’ll take ownership of project delivery, client relationships, and team performance, ensuring all works are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

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

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.

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.