Contract Manager
Location: Catterick, North Yorkshire (with regional travel across the North East)
Salary: £40,000–£45,000 per annum (dependent on experience) + car allowance
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time (40 hours per week – flexible working)
Travel: Approx. 60–70% field-based, remainder office-based
About the Role
Are you an experienced Contract Manager with a background in grounds maintenance or soft landscaping? Confident working in secure, high-compliance environments such as the defence sector? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading provider of green and outdoor services in a pivotal leadership role based in Catterick.
This high-profile position involves overseeing the delivery of services to a major client in the defence sector, alongside a wider portfolio of commercial and housing association contracts across the North East. You'll be instrumental in driving operational performance, building client relationships, ensuring compliance, and fostering financial growth - all while leading a team of 40 staff, including two Contract Supervisors and subcontractors.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead a diverse portfolio of contracts across defence, housing, and commercial sectors, delivering consistent, compliant services across a broad area.
* Manage a team of 40 staff, including supervisors and subcontractors, ensuring operational excellence and strong leadership.
* Take full responsibility for contract budgets and P&L (up to £3 million), identifying opportunities for growth and improving profitability.
* Operate confidently in secure, regulated environments, ensuring all health, safety, and SHEQ standards are met.
* Build and maintain strong client relationships, delivering trusted service and continuous improvements.
Requirements
* Demonstrated experience managing complex commercial contracts in grounds maintenance or landscaping.
* Strong commercial awareness including budgeting, forecasting, and P&L accountability.
* Excellent leadership skills with a proven track record of managing and motivating teams.
* Strong communication and relationship management skills.
* Self-driven and highly organised, able to effectively manage multiple clients and priorities.
* Full UK driving licence (clean) required.
Why Join?
You’ll be joining a forward-thinking, people-focused organisation that values diversity, collaboration, and sustainability. Every day is different, and every project offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on communities and the environment.
What’s on Offer
* Career Development: Access to career advancement, training programmes, mentorship, and internal development opportunities.
* Collaborative Team Culture: Work with passionate and talented individuals in a supportive environment.
* Purposeful Work: Play a role in creating and maintaining outdoor spaces that benefit communities.
* Comprehensive Benefits Package: Prioritising your wellbeing with support for life’s highs and lows.
Benefits Overview
* Company car or car allowance
* Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Enhanced family-friendly policies (e.g., maternity, shared parental leave)
* Private health and insurance options via a health care cash plan
* Employee assistance programmes (mental health, wellbeing, personal/professional support)
* Discounts on retail, travel, gyms, and more
* Financial wellbeing resources and pension support
* Recognition and reward schemes
* Volunteering leave (2 days per year to support a personal cause)
* A strong commitment to mental health and inclusivity
If you're ready to lead with impact, grow your career, and contribute to meaningful projects in a thriving sector, apply today.