Contracts Manager

Manpower; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service provider in Catterick is seeking an experienced Contract Manager to oversee a portfolio of contracts in the defence sector. This role involves managing a team of 30, ensuring high operational standards, and driving financial growth. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in grounds maintenance or landscaping, with proven leadership skills and commercial awareness. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Company Car or Car Allowance

Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave

Employee Assistance Programmes

Discounts on retail, holidays, and gym memberships

Competitive pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing complex commercial contracts in grounds maintenance or landscaping.
• Strong commercial awareness including budgeting and profitability.
• Excellent communication and client relationship abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of contracts across the defence, housing association, and commercial sectors.
• Oversee a team of 30 staff, ensuring smooth operations and high standards.
• Take responsibility for contract P&L, managing budgets of up to GBP3 million.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Strong leadership skills

Budgeting and forecasting

Job description

Overview

Contract Manager — Location: Catterick, North Yorkshire (with regional travel across the North East). Salary: GBP45,000 per annum + car allowance. Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time (40 hours per week).

About the role

Are you an experienced Contract Manager with a background in grounds maintenance or soft landscaping? Are you confident working in secure, high-compliance environments such as the defence sector? If so, this is a fantastic opportunity to join idverde, the UK\'s leading green services provider, in a pivotal leadership role based in Catterick. This is a high-profile position responsible for overseeing the delivery of services to a major client within the defence sector, alongside a portfolio of commercial and housing association contracts across the North East. You\'ll play a key role in managing operational performance, client relationships, compliance, and financial growth, all while leading a dedicated team of 30 staff, including two Contract Supervisors and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of a dynamic portfolio of contracts across the defence, housing association, and commercial sectors—delivering high-quality, compliant services across a wide geographical area.
• Oversee a team of 30 staff, including two Contract Supervisors and subcontractors. You\'ll ensure smooth day-to-day operations, high standards, and strong leadership in a fast-paced environment.
• Take responsibility for contract P&L, managing budgets of up to GBP3 million. With a strong commercial focus, you\'ll also spot and drive opportunities to expand services and improve profitability.
• Operate confidently in secure, regulated environments, ensuring health & safety and SHEQ standards are met. Build strong relationships with clients, delivering consistent service and trusted support across sectors.

Requirements

• Proven experience managing complex commercial contracts in grounds maintenance or landscaping, ideally overseeing multiple clients, with strong commercial awareness including budgeting and profitability.
• Commercially savvy with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and P&L responsibility.
• Strong leadership skills, managing and motivating teams, with excellent communication and client relationship abilities.
• Self-motivated, able to prioritise multiple clients effectively, with a full clean UK driving licence and a passion for taking ownership and delivering high contract performance.

What we offer

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

Benefits

• Role-specific benefits: Company Car or Car Allowance.
• Annual leave: Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Family-friendly policies: Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
• Employee Assistance Programmes: Support for personal and professional challenges.
• Voluntary benefits: Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
• Financial wellbeing support: Resources to manage your finances.
• Competitive pension scheme: Secure your future.
• Recognition schemes: Colleague of the month and annual awards.
• Volunteering policy: Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.
• Mental health support: Comprehensive resources and support.

About idverde

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 idverde, we understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of GBP250 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.