Grounds & Landscaping Head of Department Business Manager

PPM Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A facilities service provider is seeking a Grounds & Landscaping Head of Department Business Manager to lead and manage a growing team in Birmingham. This role focuses on driving business growth, overseeing operations, and building client relationships in the grounds maintenance sector. Candidates should have proven experience and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience of managing grounds maintenance or landscaping operations.
• Background in business development or sales within facilities or soft services sector.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations ensuring high-quality grounds maintenance services.
• Develop new business and maintain existing contracts.
• Build strong client relationships through proactive communication.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Sales

Client relationship management

Commercial awareness

Communication

Job description

Overview

Grounds & Landscaping Head of Department Business Manager

Grounds & Landscaping Head of Department Business Manager. An excellent opportunity for a commercially minded and self-driven Grounds & Landscaping Head of Department Manager to lead a growing team, drive new business, and oversee grounds maintenance and soft services operations for a facilities service provider.

If you've also worked in the following roles, we'd also like to hear from you: Grounds Maintenance Supervisor, Business Development Manager, Facilities Services Manager, Landscaping Contracts Manager, Operations Manager, Soft Services Manager

SALARY: £35,000 to £40,000 per annum + Bonus Opportunities

LOCATION: Wednesbury, West Midlands

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

PLEASE NOTE: You will need a Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel locally

Job Overview

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Grounds & Landscaping Head of Department Business Manager with strong leadership skills, a commercial mindset, and experience in facilities or grounds maintenance.

As a Grounds & Landscaping Head of Department Business Manager you will oversee daily operations, ensuring the delivery of high-quality grounds maintenance services while driving new business opportunities across the West Midlands.

The Grounds & Landscaping Head of Department Business Manager will work closely with the sales team to expand client relationships, secure new commercial contracts, and maintain excellent service standards.

Duties

• Lead and Manage Teams: Oversee the gardening and grounds maintenance team to ensure high service delivery
• Drive Business Growth: Develop new business and maintain existing contracts within the facilities sector
• Client Relationship Management: Build strong client relationships through proactive communication and support
• Sales Planning: Prepare annual business and quarterly sales plans aligned with KPIs
• Monitor Competitors: Track market trends and competitor performance to maximise business opportunities
• Networking: Attend networking events and represent the company at industry functions
• Tender Management: Produce and submit professional tender documents for new contracts
• Performance Review: Participate in monthly business reviews and sales meetings to evaluate progress

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience of managing grounds maintenance or landscaping operations
• A background in business development or sales within the facilities or soft services sector
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
• Strong commercial awareness and results-driven approach
• Ability to lead and motivate teams effectively
• Confident in networking and building client relationships
• Self-motivated with a proactive, positive attitude
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel locally

Please call or send a CV to apply

Job Info

Job Title: Grounds & Landscaping Head of Department Business Manager

Company: PPM Recruitment

Location: Birmingham, West Midlands

Posted: Oct 23rd 2025

Closes:

Sector: Agriculture

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

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