Grounds Maintenance Contracts Manager

PPM Recruitment; Watford; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Grounds Maintenance Contracts Manager to oversee a team in the UK. This role involves managing day-to-day operations, handling staff logistics, and maintaining client relationships. The successful candidate will receive a salary between £45,000 and £50,000, plus a company car and other benefits. The position requires presence in the office for part of the week while conducting site visits on other days.

Benefits

Company car

Additional benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a team in grounds maintenance.
• Ability to handle logistical issues and staff management.
• Proven record of maintaining client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of operatives across various locations.
• Schedule operatives and manage their daily tasks.
• Resolve issues such as sickness and equipment problems.
• Conduct hiring and disciplinary meetings with staff.
• Communicate effectively with clients and staff.

Skills

Team management

Scheduling

Troubleshooting

Interpersonal skills

Job description

A Grounds Maintenance Contracts Manager is required by one of the UK's leading Horticulture and Grounds maintenance specialists

We are looking for an experienced Grounds Maintenance Contracts Manager to oversee a team in the Bucks, Berks, West Herts, Surrey, and Sussex areas.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Managing around 10 operatives who work independently and remotely (straight to site from home).
• Scheduling operatives day‑to‑day and loading their proof of delivery handsets each morning.
• Troubleshooting issues during the day such as sickness, site access, and van/machinery breakdowns.
• Hiring new staff and disciplining existing staff when necessary.
• Meeting with staff and clients.
• Managing electronic mailboxes and dealing with client requests.

Salary is £45,000 to £50,000 plus a company car and other benefits. All candidates must pass Surrey and Sussex police vetting.

The expectation is that you will be in the office 3 days a week, and visiting clients and staff on the other 2 days (with your laptop).

Send a CV ASAP to or call Mark Evans on (phone number removed).

Job Info

Job Title: Grounds Maintenance Contracts Manager

Company: PPM Recruitment

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire

Posted: Jan 30th 2026

Closes: Mar 2nd 2026

Sector: Construction

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full Time