Grounds Maintenance Contract Manager

Grounds Maintenance Contract Manager

Salary: 40,000 to 43,000 (depending on experience)

Car Allowance: 5,000 (or Company Car option)

Location: Twickenham

Main Purpose of Job:

The Grounds Maintenance Contract Manager will play a pivotal role in overseeing the day-to-day operations of a public park's Grounds Maintenance.

This position involves managing contract performance, achieving objectives, fostering client relationships, leading people, ensuring safety compliance, and optimising financial performance.

Principal Accountabilities:

Contract Execution:

• Execute contracts to specification and within budget parameters.
• Identify and capitalize on opportunities for additional works to enhance service delivery.

Team Management:

• Plan and manage work schedules for colleagues on the contract.
• Address and improve performance in key contract areas.
• Recruit and select contract staff, ensuring the team is skilled and motivated.

Client Relationships:

• Act as an ambassador at client events, creating a positive and professional impression.
• Effectively communicate with clients, ensuring a high level of satisfaction.

Employee Development:

• Focus on the performance and development of all contract staff.
• Manage employee relations issues in collaboration with HR.
• Implement and manage a contract-specific training plan, maintaining accurate training records.

Financial Management:

• Monitor progress regularly, reviewing cost and expenditure.
• Complete end-of-month financial performance sheets.
• Understand and implement the company's financial procedures.

Health & Safety Compliance:

• Uphold knowledge of relevant laws and regulations related to Health & Safety.
• Implement company policies on risk assessments and COSHH.

Facility Management:

• Take responsibility for the contract depot/office site, ensuring efficient operations.

Corporate Compliance:

• Encourage colleagues to display integrity through adherence to corporate clothing standards.
• Ensure vehicles and machinery are well-maintained, and sites are kept clean and tidy.

Collaboration and Technology:

• Utilise IT across all aspects of contract management.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to share best practices.

Reporting and Documentation:

• Regularly report progress and participate in performance reviews.
• Manage the payroll inputting process for accurate and timely staff payments.

Requirements:

• Full driving licence required.

This role demands a dedicated professional with a comprehensive skill set in contract management, team leadership, client relations, and financial oversight.

The successful candidate will contribute to the overall success and growth of the company through effective and strategic management of the Grounds Maintenance Contract.