Contracts Manager
Posted 3 hours 45 minutes ago by MacStaff
Joining a forward-thinking ecological and arboriculture consultancy based in Birmingham, where your expertise as Contracts Manager will contribute to innovative land management projects across the Midlands. As a growing SME, this company prides itself on a professional yet collaborative environment that values integrity, community, and innovation. You'll enjoy working within a vibrant, specialised sector that combines traditional ecological services with pioneering habitat creation and restoration work. This role offers the chance to influence regional growth and develop your leadership skills within a supportive, family like team committed to environmental excellence.
The Contracts Manager Ecology & Arboriculture job role itself-where you will lead the Midlands regional team in delivering high impact ecological projects. Your responsibilities will include developing new business, managing client relations, procurement, tendering, and overseeing project delivery. You'll have the opportunity to work on complex habitat creation and restoration schemes, ensuring compliance with legislation and best practices. This role is ideally suited for a proactive, detail oriented professional who thrives on balancing strategic growth with practical project management. You'll be instrumental in expanding the company's regional footprint, fostering client relationships, and leading a team of dedicated ecological operatives.
You will have- Relevant experience in ecological contracting, land management, habitat creation, or related sectors.
- Strong leadership skills with experience managing teams of operatives, vehicles, and plant.
- Exceptional communication abilities for liaising with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.
- A proven track record in quoting, tendering, and delivering profitable projects within budget and timeframes.
- Knowledge of industry legislation, risk assessments, and method statements.
- Commercial acumen to identify opportunities and maximise revenue streams.
- Driving licence (clean) essential; towing experience advantageous.
- Qualifications such as SSSTS/SMSTS, CSCS, or similar industry standards are preferred but not mandatory.
As their Midlands Contracts Manager, you will benefit from a competitive salary package aligned with your experience, likely £38K-£45K to start.
Their comprehensive package includes generous annual leave (25 days plus bank holidays), pension contributions, and life assurance.
The company offers an industry-leading benefits that includes social events and volunteering days, a supportive work environment, and the flexibility to work from home initially.
You'll also enjoy access to an Employee Assistance Programme, company laptop and mobile phone, and the chance to influence regional ecological project delivery and growth.