Senior Contract Manager – Grounds Maintenance & Parks

Parks for London; Epping Forest; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading green space management company is seeking a Contract Manager in Epping Forest to oversee the grounds maintenance of the prestigious Lee Valley Regional Park. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership abilities, a passion for horticulture, and proven skills in people and contract management. The role includes full financial accountability and demands excellent communication skills. The company offers competitive salary, performance-related bonuses, and opportunities for career progression through professional development, making it an enticing opportunity for the right candidate.

Benefits

Competitive salary with performance-related bonuses

Generous annual leave

Free gym membership

Employee health cash plan

Employee discount portal

Cycle to work scheme

Pension scheme

Company sick pay

Continuous professional development

Qualifications

• Strong track record in managing grounds maintenance teams.
• Flexible with excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Experience in a regulated sector with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage grounds maintenance across the Lee Valley Regional Park.
• Ensure high productivity and operational efficiency.
• Full financial accountability for the contract, including budget management.

Skills

People management

Contract management

Leadership

Communication

Horticulture knowledge

Education

Horticultural qualification

Tools

IT proficiency

Job description

A leading green space management company is seeking a Contract Manager in Epping Forest to oversee the grounds maintenance of the prestigious Lee Valley Regional Park. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership abilities, a passion for horticulture, and proven skills in people and contract management. The role includes full financial accountability and demands excellent communication skills. The company offers competitive salary, performance-related bonuses, and opportunities for career progression through professional development, making it an enticing opportunity for the right candidate.