Contract Manager

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Contract Manager
Location: Staverton, Devon (with travel across the South West region - flexible base location)
Salary: Up to £45,000, depending on experience + car allowance
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: 40 hours per week - flexible start and finish times available
About the Role
Are you an organised and proactive Contract Manager looking for a new opportunity within the soft landscaping and grounds maintenance sector? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple tasks while ensuring smooth project delivery?
We are looking for an experienced Contract Manager to support the planning, execution, and administration of high-profile contracts across the South West region. This role is essential in ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and in line with client expectations. You will work closely with internal teams, clients, and contractors to oversee day-to-day operations, coordinate resources, track project milestones, and support contract performance.
Key Responsibilities
  • Project Management: Support the day-to-day management of projects, ensuring all tasks are completed efficiently.
  • Scheduling & Coordination: Assist in scheduling work, coordinating teams, and ensuring resources are allocated effectively.
  • Client Liaison: Maintain strong relationships with clients, responding to queries and providing project updates as needed.
  • Financial & Compliance Support: Assist in tracking project budgets, processing invoices, and ensuring adherence to health & safety regulations.
  • Team Support: Work closely with project managers and operational teams to ensure seamless project execution.
  • Reporting & Documentation: Maintain accurate project records, update documentation, and produce reports as required.
Requirements
  • Proven experience in project coordination with full profit and loss responsibility for budgets of £1 million or more, ideally within the grounds maintenance, landscaping, or construction sectors.
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritise effectively.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and project management tools.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team and liaise with clients and stakeholders professionally.
  • A full clean driving licence is preferred due to regional travel requirements.
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 or company car.
  • Annual leave: Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
  • Family-friendly policies: Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
  • 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 idverde
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.
At idverde, 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.
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