Contract Manager

Contract Manager

Location: Catterick, North Yorkshire (with regional travel across the North East)

Salary: £40,000-£45,000 per annum (dependent on experience) + car allowance

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time (40 hours per week - flexible working)

Travel: Approx. 60-70% field-based, remainder office-based

About the Role

Are you an experienced Contract Manager with a background in grounds maintenance or soft landscaping? Confident working in secure, high-compliance environments such as the defence sector? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading provider of green and outdoor services in a pivotal leadership role based in Catterick.

This high-profile position involves overseeing the delivery of services to a major client in the defence sector, alongside a wider portfolio of commercial and housing association contracts across the North East. You'll be instrumental in driving operational performance, building client relationships, ensuring compliance, and fostering financial growth - all while leading a team of 40 staff, including two Contract Supervisors and subcontractors.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a diverse portfolio of contracts across defence, housing, and commercial sectors, delivering consistent, compliant services across a broad area.
• Manage a team of 40 staff, including supervisors and subcontractors, ensuring operational excellence and strong leadership.
• Take full responsibility for contract budgets and P&L (up to £3 million), identifying opportunities for growth and improving profitability.
• Operate confidently in secure, regulated environments, ensuring all health, safety, and SHEQ standards are met.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, delivering trusted service and continuous improvements.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience managing complex commercial contracts in grounds maintenance or landscaping.
• Strong commercial awareness including budgeting, forecasting, and P&L accountability.
• Excellent leadership skills with a proven track record of managing and motivating teams.
• Strong communication and relationship management skills.
• Self-driven and highly organised, able to effectively manage multiple clients and priorities.
• Full UK driving licence (clean) required.

Why Join?

You'll be joining a forward-thinking, people-focused organisation that values diversity, collaboration, and sustainability. Every day is different, and every project offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on communities and the environment.

What's on Offer

• Career Development: Access to career advancement, training programmes, mentorship, and internal development opportunities.
• Collaborative Team Culture: Work with passionate and talented individuals in a supportive environment.
• Purposeful Work: Play a role in creating and maintaining outdoor spaces that benefit communities.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Prioritising your wellbeing with support for life's highs and lows.

Benefits Overview

• Company car or car allowance
• Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Enhanced family-friendly policies (e.g., maternity, shared parental leave)
• Private health and insurance options via a health care cash plan
• Employee assistance programmes (mental health, wellbeing, personal/professional support)
• Discounts on retail, travel, gyms, and more
• Financial wellbeing resources and pension support
• Recognition and reward schemes
• Volunteering leave (2 days per year to support a personal cause)
• A strong commitment to mental health and inclusivity

If you're ready to lead with impact, grow your career, and contribute to meaningful projects in a thriving sector, apply today.