Grounds Maintenance Contract Manager

TN United Kingdom; Northampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in grounds management seeks a Contract Manager to oversee maintenance of public spaces in the Midlands. The role involves managing sub-contractors, ensuring quality standards, and enhancing biodiversity. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Horticulture, Ecology, or relevant experience, along with strong communication and organizational skills.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

10% Non-contributory pension scheme

Death in service insurance

Private medical cover

Company car

Laptop, iPad, and iPhone

Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience in grounds maintenance at operative/supervisory level.

Responsibilities

• Liaising with sub-contractors and ensuring contract conformity.
• Conducting regular inspections and reporting.
• Building relationships with sub-contractors.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

IT Skills

Education

Degree in Horticulture

Degree in Ecology

Degree in Conservation

Job description

**Grounds Maintenance Contract Manager, Northampton**

Our client, Meadfleet, is a land-owning quality open space Management Company with a growing diverse portfolio of over 320 housing developments throughout England and Wales.

They are looking for a Contract Manager to oversee the management and sub-contracted maintenance of public open spaces across the Midlands – between Aylesbury, Banbury, Northampton, Burton upon Trent, Leicester, and Kettering.

Responsibilities:

• Liaising with sub-contractors daily and ensuring conformity with their contract.
• Conducting regular development inspections and reporting on their bespoke inspection app (tablet-based) ensuring quality and Health and Safety requirements are met.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with sub-contractors, including educating and enhancing their skills.
• Producing monthly reports to the Operations Manager for your region.
• Inspecting playground equipment (training provided) and arranging necessary repairs.
• Liaising with residents and responding to their queries, delivering excellent customer service.
• Following Meadfleet's best practice guidelines.
• Identifying opportunities for amenity and biodiversity improvements.

Requirements:

• Hold a degree in Horticulture, Ecology, Conservation, or equivalent experience; or 3 years’ experience in grounds maintenance at operative/supervisory level.
• Ability to prioritize, problem-solve, and manage short-term and long-term development goals.
• Desire to deliver high-quality grounds maintenance.
• Effective communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Good understanding and use of IT.
• Ecological and Horticultural credentials or keen interest are desirable.
• Satisfactory DBS check and valid driving license required.

Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• 10% Non-contributory pension scheme
• Death in service insurance and private medical cover
• Company car
• Laptop, iPad, and iPhone

About Meadfleet:

Meadfleet manages a variety of habitats and aims to enhance biodiversity through initiatives like their Award-Winning Bee Friendly Campaign, creating and improving habitats across their developments.