Project Manager

The Grounds Care Group; Cobham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Off-Site Project Manager to lead their Invasive Weed Department. This office-based role involves scheduling, coordination, and managing multiple teams across the UK. With a focus on operational efficiency and client liaison, you will ensure effective project execution while enjoying opportunities for professional growth. Join a collaborative team that values innovation and offers a competitive salary package, additional annual leave, and a supportive work environment. If you are dynamic and organized, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact in a growing company.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for professional development

Collaborative work environment

Additional Annual Leave on your Birthday

Referral Programme

Onsite & Free Parking

Employee Assistant Programme (EAP)

Qualifications

• Strong scheduling and team management skills are essential for this role.
• Experience in highways maintenance is highly desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee excavation and treatment visits across multiple sites.
• Directly manage and support multiple teams for smooth workflow.

Skills

Scheduling

Team Management

Problem-Solving

Multi-Tasking

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Scheduling Software

Job description

Cobham, United Kingdom | Posted on 25/02/2025

• Salary £40,000 to £50,000 (dependent on Skills & Experience)
• City Cobham
• Province Surrey
• Country United Kingdom
• Postal Code KT11

Job Description

Off-Site Project Manager – Invasive Weed Department

Location: Office-Based (UK-Wide Project Coordination)
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 (Dependent on Skills & Experience)
Employment Type: Full-time / Permanent

We here at Grounds Care Group have an exciting opportunity for an Off-Site Project Manager (Office based, UK -Wide) for our Invasive Weed Department to join our busy but friendly team. We are offering a competitive salary of £40,000 to £50,000 (dependent upon skills & experience), on a Full Time, Permanent Contract

Company Overview

We carry out Grounds Maintenance, Landscape Improvement Works, Bulk Waste Removal, Japanese Knotweed Treatments, Gritting/Snow Clearance and Winter Maintenance Services for our multiple Clients across the UK.
Join our dynamic and growing multi-site service business, which has achieved a multi-million turnover and is poised for further expansion. We pride ourselves on innovation, collaboration and delivering exceptional solutions to our clients.

Job Summary:

We are looking for a proactive, initiative-taking and highly organised Off-Site Project Manager to head up our Invasive Weed Department. This is an office-based role focused on scheduling, coordination, and line management of multiple teams working across the UK. You will play a key role in ensuring the effective planning and execution of excavation and treatment visits while managing staff and resources efficiently.

This role offers significant growth potential, with opportunities to expand responsibilities as the department develops.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Scheduling & Coordination: Plan and oversee excavation and treatment visits, ensuring efficient operations across multiple sites.
2. Team Management: Directly manage and support multiple teams, ensuring smooth workflow and productivity.
3. Project Oversight: Monitor project timelines, resolve scheduling conflicts, and ensure adherence to compliance and safety regulations.
4. Client & Stakeholder Liaison: Communicate effectively with clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies to provide updates and manage expectations.
5. Operational Efficiency: Take a logical and initiative-driven approach to problem-solving, ensuring seamless project execution.
6. Multi-Tasking & Organisation: Oversee multiple teams and projects simultaneously, managing priorities effectively.
7. Reporting & Documentation: Maintain accurate records of treatments, excavations, and site visits for compliance and internal tracking.

Requirements:

1. Industry experience is not essential – full training will be provided.
2. Experience in highways maintenance or a similar multi-site project environment is highly desirable.
3. Strong scheduling, coordination, and team management skills.
4. Logical thinker with the ability to take initiative and problem-solve effectively.
5. Ability to manage multiple projects and teams across various locations.
6. Proficiency in scheduling software and Microsoft Office Suite.

What We Offer

1. Competitive salary and benefits package.
2. Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
3. A collaborative and supportive work environment.
4. The chance to make a significant impact in a growing company.
5. Additional Annual Leave on your Birthday.
6. Referral Programme.
7. Onsite & Free Parking.
8. Employee Assistant Programme (EAP).

How to Apply

This is an exciting opportunity to lead and grow our Invasive Weed Department, with potential for an expanded role as the team and operations scale up.

If you're an enthusiastic, dynamic and organised professional ready to take on this challenge, then don’t miss out, please click apply with your CV and Covering letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are a good fit for this role, we’d love to hear from you!