Overview
We are seeking an experienced Assistant Contracts Manager (Arboriculture) to support the delivery of a diverse portfolio of arboricultural contracts across the UK. This role is ideal for an industry professional with strong technical knowledge of arboriculture, contract delivery, and who is motivated to lead and develop teams, manage budgets, and deliver sustainable outcomes for our clients and the environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Contract & Project Management: Assist in the management and delivery of arboricultural contracts, ranging from routine maintenance to complex tree works and large-scale commercial projects.
* Ensure all arboricultural operations comply with BS 3998:2010, current legislation, and industry best practice.
* Monitoring projects, ensuring works are completed on time, within budget, and to agreed specifications.
Financial & Commercial Control
* Support with the financial performance of allocated projects, including cost tracking, forecasting, and margin control.
* Prepare quotations, estimates, and pricing for arboricultural works, including reactive and planned programmes.
* Contribute to tender submissions, pre-qualification questionnaires (PQQs), and Invitations to Tender (ITTs).
Leadership & Team Management
* Lead, motivate, and develop operational teams including Team Leaders, Arborists, Operatives, Trainees and Subcontractors.
* Set work schedules, allocate resources, and carry out site quality and compliance inspections.
* Promote best practice in arboriculture, environmental management, and customer service.
Health, Safety & Compliance
* Implement and monitor industry-specific Health & Safety procedures, including site risk assessments and method statements (RAMS), toolbox talks and inductions, PPE compliance and equipment and machinery inspections.
* Ensure compliance with NPTC/LANTRA competency, company Health & Safety policies and client requirements.
Environmental & Ecological Integration
* Work collaboratively with consultancy teams to ensure wildlife legislation compliance (e.g. nesting birds, bats, protected species) and liaising with arboricultural surveyors to ensure works are carried out to specification and within agreed timeframes.
* Support the delivery and implementation of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) objectives, habitat creation, and environmentally sensitive working practices.
* Oversee tree works, management, and retention of client tree stock to support long-term canopy cover and climate resilience.
Client & Stakeholder Engagement
* Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, including local authorities, housing associations, and commercial landowners.
* Liaise with Tree Officers, Planning Officers, and other statutory consultees where required.
* Actively seek opportunities to grow contracts and develop new arboricultural business in line with divisional strategies.
Resources & Logistics
* Manage teams, plant, and equipment to ensure efficient delivery of works.
* Coordinate with internal departments including Landscape & Environment, Consultancy, Finance, and HR.
Essential Skills & Experience
* Proven experience working within the arboricultural industry and project management.
* Demonstrable working knowledge of BS3998:2010, TPOs and Conservation Area regulations, Health & Safety, legislation and industry best practice relevant to arboriculture.
* Proven experience managing operational teams, work schedules and client relations.
* Excellent organisational, communication, and leadership skills.
* Confident use of IT systems for project management and financial tracking.
* Full UK driving licence.
Desirable Skills & Qualifications
* Level 3 qualification in Arboriculture or equivalent.
* NPTC / LANTRA certifications (e.g. tree inspection, aerial rescue, chainsaw units).
* Experience working with local authorities or public-sector contracts.
* Project Management/CDM qualifications.
* Experience in utility arboriculture.
* Attention to detail, problem solving skills and analytical thinking.
Why Join Us
At Maydencroft, we value technical excellence, teamwork, and environmental responsibility. You’ll be part of a close-knit, supportive team with strong family values, where your expertise in arboriculture will directly contribute to sustainable landscapes, client satisfaction, and long-term business success.
Benefits
* Company vehicle for commercial use.
* Increased annual leave with every full year’s service, up to a maximum of 25 days plus bank holidays.
* Auto-enrolment in the company pension scheme after 3 months.
* Pension Salary Sacrifice scheme
* Options for flexible working.
* Access to our in-house training academy, offering opportunities for personal and professional development with industry-leading experts.
* Bike2Work Scheme
* Company Sick Pay
* Employee discounts
* Refer a Friend Scheme
Equal Opportunities
Maydencroft Limited is committed to ensuring inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates and encourage those from underrepresented groups, and/or with protected characteristics, to apply. We are committed to equality of opportunity in all our employment practices, policies and procedures for all existing, potential and former employees, contractors, customers, suppliers - and every individual we work with.
Contract Length
Permanent (subject to successful completion of a six-month probation period).
We reserve the right to make appointments before the closing date, so early applications are encouraged. We look forward to hearing from you!
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