Overview
We are seeking to employ an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join the company in the role of Assistant Manager. Operating from our Site Office near St Neots, the successful candidate will assist the existing management team to deliver a range of commercial landscaping and maintenance contracts nationwide.
Due to the nature of the role, staying away and travel will be required; accommodation will be provided. In return we offer an attractive salary and benefits package together with a company vehicle and the opportunity to build a career within a progressive organisation.
Closing date for applications: Thursday 23rd October 2025
Responsibilities
* Initially the successful candidate will report to and work with the Senior Contract Manager and Contract Manager to achieve the successful delivery of existing landscaping contracts. Depending on experience, training will be provided and the role may become more autonomous with responsibility for their own projects and contract delivery from inception to completion. This is a nationwide role requiring lodging.
* Typical duties include:
* Assisting the Senior Contract Manager in the day-to-day planning and delivery of landscaping contracts nationwide.
* Contract administration, procurement, site auditing and data capture.
* Communicating and coordinating with clients and site teams to ensure contracts are delivered on time and to budget.
* Delivery and review of health and safety systems in the field.
* Identify and develop business opportunities with new and existing clients.
Qualifications and Experience
* Knowledge: A good understanding of commercial contracting within the landscaping, fencing, grounds maintenance or the construction/civils industries would be beneficial.
* Qualifications: Ideally a relevant qualification equivalent to level 5 or higher, in addition to standard industry qualifications such as Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS), Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS), Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS).
* Experience: A minimum of 2 years’ managerial or supervisory experience within a site-based construction environment; understanding of contract management fundamentals; experience compiling health and safety documentation.
* Skills: Effective communication and negotiating skills; excellent organisation and administrative skills; excellent IT skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook; full UK driving licence; ability to lead and supervise teams.
Training and Development
Subject to existing experience and qualifications, selective training will be delivered through a combination of in-house training and external consultancy/training providers.
Job Type and Location
Job type: Full-time. This is a nationwide role and lodging will be required. Location: Site Office near St Neots, United Kingdom.
Application Process
To apply for this vacancy please visit our website to complete our company application form: www.lowther-forestry.co.uk/career-opportunities. Please note we only accept information entered onto our company application form and CVs will not be accepted when applying for this position.
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Industries: Construction
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