Project Coordinator (Maternity Cover)

Ground Control; Billericay; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading UK-based landscape contractor as a Project Coordinator on maternity cover. You'll manage landscape construction projects, ensuring smooth delivery and compliance with standards. Ideal for those with experience in construction or landscaping, offering a competitive salary and supportive work culture.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Competitive salary

Holidays

Bonuses

Pension

Gym memberships

Recognition schemes

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role within construction, landscaping, or civil engineering.
• Strong understanding of landscaping processes.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, execution, and delivery of landscape construction projects.
• Coordinate all aspects of project delivery from pre-start to closeout.

Skills

Organisation

Communication

Multitasking

Education

HNC

NVQ

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

D365

Union Square

Job description

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Salary: Competitive

Contract Type: Fixed Term - Maternity Cover

Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday

We’re a leading UK-based, multi-disciplinary landscape contractor, delivering exceptional hard and soft landscaping, SuDS, play areas, and public realm refurbishments. Our diverse portfolio includes high-profile commercial developments, urban regeneration schemes, housing projects, and public sector works.

Location: Billericay

What you’ll do:

• Support the planning, execution, and delivery of landscape construction projects across the UK.
• Coordinate all aspects of project delivery, from pre-start documentation to post-project closeout.
• Schedule and support multiple live construction sites simultaneously.
• Liaise with suppliers, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure smooth procurement and project flow.
• Monitor project progress using digital tools and provide updates to the leadership team.
• Ensure all documentation meets ISO, health & safety, and environmental standards.
• Act as a communication link between site teams, clients, and internal departments.

What we’re looking for:

• Experience in a similar role within construction, landscaping, or civil engineering.
• Strong understanding of landscaping processes.
• Exceptional organisation and multitasking skills across multiple project sites.
• Proficient in MS Office, MS Project, D365, Union Square, or similar platforms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Full UK driving license and willingness to travel to project sites.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of SuDS, CDM regulations, and BS standards for landscaping.
• Relevant qualifications (HNC, NVQ, or equivalent).
• CSCS card or willingness to obtain one.

Why join us:

• Career development opportunities through training, accreditation, and leadership programs.
• Growing company with a dynamic team and expanding client base.
• Supportive, innovative work culture valuing contributions.
• Competitive salary and benefits, including holidays, bonuses, pension, employee support, gym memberships, recognition schemes, and volunteering days.

About Ground Control:

Ground Control is a UK-based grounds maintenance company providing services like grounds maintenance, winter gritting, landscape construction, design, arboriculture, and EV charging installation since 1973, serving over 50,000 properties nationwide.

Equal Opportunities:

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from all backgrounds and ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process.

Additional Details:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other