Contract Manager

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Are you a driven Contract Manager with solid experience in managing commercial grounds maintenance work? Are you looking for your next career move to a large well-established company like Ground Control? If this sounds like you then keep reading....

We have a brand new opportunity for a Senior Contract Manager based in Eastbourne.

As a Senior Contracts Manager you will be responsible for a number of our key contracts within our maintenance business, adopting a leadership position for the PPM and ongoing project work for your clients.

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 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.

Who we`re seeking;

We are welcoming applications from seasoned Grounds Maintenance Contract Managers who are looking to take the next step in their leadership path. Reporting to the Operational Director, you will act as a key stakeholder in driving the profitability of your region while maintaining vital client relationships. Overall, we are looking for someone with clear ambition and business knowledge in the Grounds Maintenance industry who is keen to grow their career.

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