Contract Manager - Grounds & Environmental Services

Contract Manager

Location: Mid-Hampshire

Salary: 45-50,000 + car allowance

Contract type: Permanent

Working hours: 40 hours a week - Monday to Friday 06:30-16:00

About the role

Are you an experienced Contract Manager with a background in grounds maintenance or environmental services? If so, this is a fantastic opportunity to our team, the UK's leading green services provider, in a pivotal leadership role based in Hampshire. You'll play a key role in managing operational performance, client relationships, compliance, and financial growth, all while leading a dedicated team.

Key Responsibilities

• Working with the local authority, council & street cleansing contracts, you'll cover multiple City Centre and rural sites, delivering high-quality, compliant services across a wide geographical area.
• Oversee the team - You'll ensure smooth day-to-day operations, high standards, and strong leadership in a fast-paced environment.
• You'll be fully responsible for contract P&L and managing contract budgets. With strong commercial focus, you'll also spot and drive opportunities to expand services and improve profitability.
• Operate confidently in secure, regulated environments, ensuring health & safety and SHEQ standards are met.
• Build strong relationships with clients, delivering consistent service and trusted support across sectors. Support procurement and re-tendering processes when required.

Requirements

• Previous experience as part of a Management Team in the grounds maintenance, environmental services or street cleansing industry. Ideally you will have experience of managing multi-site, high value contracts with a large workforce.
• Adept at navigating complex situations and conveying information clearly, ensuring effective teamwork and client satisfaction.
• In-depth knowledge of financial modelling to optimise resource allocation and drive operational efficiency in high-spec service environments.
• Full clean driving licence.

Why join us?

As the UK's leading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, no two projects are ever the same - and neither are our people. That's why we're committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.

What we offer

• Career development: We offer career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our extensive in-house training academy, and coaching and mentorship.
• Collaborative team environment: Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals.
• Meaningful impact: Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and environment.
• Competitive benefits package: We recognise and reward your hard work with our wide-ranging benefits package designed to prioritise your wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times.

Benefits

• Role-specific benefits: Car Allowance.
• Annual leave: Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Family-friendly policies: Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
• Health Care Cash Plan: Private health and insurance cover opt in.
• Employee Assistance Programmes: Support for personal and professional challenges.
• Voluntary benefits: Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
• Financial wellbeing support: Resources to manage your finances.
• Competitive pension scheme: Secure your future.
• Recognition schemes: Colleague of the month and annual awards.
• Volunteering policy: Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.
• Mental health support: Comprehensive resources and support.

About our client

We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, in the UK alone we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry. We understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of 250 million, we're more than just a company - we're a force for positive change. We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK. Grow with us, and together we'll create a greener future for all.