Contract Manager
Location: Catterick, North Yorkshire (with regional travel across the North East)
Salary: £45,000- £52,000 per annum (dependent on experience) + car allowance
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time (40 hours per week )
No WFH available, this role is based in office or travelling across various sites.
About the role
Are you an experienced Contract Manager with a background in grounds maintenance or soft landscaping£ Are you confident working in secure, high-compliance environments such as the defence sector£ If so, this is a fantastic opportunity to join idverde, the UK''s leading green services provider, in a pivotal leadership role based in Catterick.
This is a high-profile position responsible for overseeing the delivery of services to a major client within the defence sector, alongside a portfolio of commercial and housing association contracts across the North East. You''ll play a key role in managing operational performance, client relationships, compliance, and financial growth, all while leading a dedicated team of 30 staff, including two Contract Supervisors and subcontractors.
Responsibilities
- Take ownership of a dynamic portfolio of contracts across the defence, housing association, and commercial sectors-delivering high-quality, compliant services across a wide geographical area.
- Oversee a team of 30 staff, including two Contract Supervisors and subcontractors. You''ll ensure smooth day-to-day operations, high standards, and strong leadership in a fast-paced environment.
- You''ll be responsible for contract Pandamp;L, managing budgets of up to £3 million. 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 andamp; safety and SHEQ standards are met. Build strong relationships with clients, delivering consistent service and trusted support across sectors.
Requirements
- Proven experience managing complex commercial contracts in grounds maintenance or landscaping, ideally overseeing multiple clients, with strong commercial awareness including budgeting and profitability.
- Commercially savvy with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and Pandamp;L responsibility
- Strong leadership skills, managing and motivating teams, with excellent communication and client relationship abilities.
- Self-motivated, able to prioritise multiple clients effectively, with a full clean UK driving licence and a passion for taking ownership and delivering high contract performance.
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.
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