Contract Delivery Manager

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Join Our Inland Waterways Team as a Contract Delivery Manager.

Are you ready to lead from the front and make an impact on our waterways? Ground Control Ltd is growing, and we`re offering a unique opportunity to join our Inland Waterways team in Southwest Midlands.

As a Contract Delivery Manager, you`ll oversee the vital work of maintaining grounds, trees, and vegetation along rivers and embankments. Some projects will challenge your leadership with highly mechanized machinery and large-scale operations. Reporting to the Senior Operations Manager, you`ll ensure every project meets our exceptional standards in safety, environment, quality, customer service, and profitability.

Your Role

You`ll be the driving force behind our operations, responsible for:

• Crafting and maintaining schedules for planned works.

• Conducting site visits, pricing, and quoting for projects.

• Building and nurturing strong client relationships through meetings and clear communication.

• Managing NEC contracts, including early warnings and compensation events.

• Overseeing budgets and P&L accounts.

• Upholding high health and safety standards with thorough risk assessments and method statements.

• Anticipating and mitigating project risks to ensure smooth delivery.

• Leading a dynamic team: managing one Contract Manager and 5+ field teams (subcontractors).

• Addressing resource gaps and bringing in the best talent when needed.

What You`ll Bring;

We`re looking for a proactive leader with a proven track record in contract management within the Arb industry. You`ll thrive here if you have:

• Hands-on experience in tree and vegetation clearance.

• Expertise in contract management within the sector.

• Exceptional leadership skills to inspire teams and drive results.

• Sharp commercial acumen to manage budgets and optimize resources.

• Outstanding communication and relationship-building abilities.

• A commitment to safety, integrity, and delivering exceptional customer satisfaction.

Location:

This role spans multiple contracts across the country, ideal for someone based in Southwest Midlands who loves variety and adventure as you`ll work between sites in the field and home.

Why Ground Control Ltd?

At Ground Control, sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. We`re pioneers in creating eco-friendly solutions and fostering a supportive, growth-focused environment. With diverse contracts and exciting growth opportunities, this is your chance to play a pivotal role in shaping our future-and yours.

What we offer:

At Ground Control we believe in creating an inspirational environment , and rewarding our employees for their hard work. We offer a wide-ranging benefits program , supporting you to realise your full potential, and are proud to be recognised as a great place to work:

Awards, Accolades and Culture

• We have been awarded `world-class` status for employee engagement in the 2023 best companies results, ranking at #16 in the ` Top 100 Large Companies to Work For ` league table.

• Certified B-Corp Accredited , Ground Control has been certified by B Lab, the not-for-profit behind the B Corp movement, as having met rigorous social and environmental standards which represent its commitment to sustainable goals ahead of profit.

• We inclusively support ` The Race at Work Charter `, ` Ban the Box `, ` The Armed Forces Covenant ` and are ` Disability Confident '

• We invest 5% of our profits into the Evergreen Fund , an investment fund dedicated to sustainability and environmental initiatives.
• By 2025 we have committed to planting 1,000,000 trees, having a fully electric fleet, and working towards achieving carbon net zero after becoming carbon neutral in 2020.

• 2 personal choice volunteering days with your fundraising efforts matched up to £500!

Perks and Benefits

• Free gym access if you are Head Office based or subsidised national gym memberships if you are based elsewhere.

• Nursery Vouchers, Cycle to work scheme and Travel loans

• Medigold employee support, Free Flu Jabs, online private GP service and a premium subscription to Calm, the wellbeing app

• A supportive, entrepreneurial working environment that fosters collaboration.

• Training, development, coaching and mentoring plans including our GC Leadership Academy, job specific accreditations and higher education opportunities

• Hybrid working opportunities with time in the office including breakfast Mondays and dog friendly Fridays.

• Financial benefits include yearly bonus scheme, access to Wagestream and employee share options

How we work:

We put people at the centre of everything we do.
Everyone is welcome. We`re embracing a culture where difference is valued. Your uniqueness will be celebrated. We believe diversity grows innovation, and innovation creates initiative. Together we`ll succeed in caring for each other, caring for our communities and caring for our Environment. Together, we`re stronger.

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