At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage and enhance over 25 residential developments, ensuring high standards in open space management.
- Company: Join an award-winning company dedicated to sustainable land management and biodiversity.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, car allowance, generous leave, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Field-based role with a mix of site inspections and home-based administration.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on communities and the environment while enjoying a dynamic work environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in operational management, strong communication skills, and a passion for horticulture.
The predicted salary is between 32000 - 40000 £ per year.
Grounds Maintenance Housing Development Contract Manager Field-based (covering developments between Leicester to Reading, ideally based near Northampton) £32,000 - £40,000 plus car, depending on skills and experience About Meadfleet We are an award-winning land-owning open space management company with a diverse portfolio of over 350 housing developments across England and Wales.
Committed to excellence in open space management, you will be able to demonstrate a passion for habitat enhancement and biodiversity.
Our developments include extensive soft landscaping, play areas, roadways, street lighting, drainage, and a variety of habitat types.
We deliver sustainable land management that adds long-term value for residents, communities and the environment.
The Role We are seeking a proactive Portfolio Manager to take ownership of 25+ residential developments across the Leicester - Reading region.
This is a field-based role centred on driving high standards through regular site inspections, effective contractor management, and proactive stakeholder communication.
The role offers a hybrid balance of site work and structured, home-based administration.
Key
Responsibilities: Accountable for sub-contractor performance, driving continuous quality improvements through proactive audit management.
Identify and implement opportunities for enhancing biodiversity and visual impact across all managed developments.
Act as the primary point of contact for open-space quality, fostering positive relationships with customers.
Audit site performance using tablet-based technology, generating actionable data for improvements.
Strengthen contractor partnerships, monitoring performance metrics to take ownership of site improvements.
Ensure consistent quality across the portfolio by auditing compliance with established procedures.
- The
- Role
Profile: You have a strong track record in operational management and leading contractors in a fast-paced environment.
You are a clear communicator and a confident stakeholder manager, skilled at engaging with residents and teams alike.
You have a full, clean driving licence.
You possess the ability to multitask effectively, using technology to track work and solve problems efficiently.
You take pride in delivering exceptional service, with a focus on both quality standards and building positive relationships.
Passionate about horticulture and environmental improvements - ecology is a plus.
- Why
- Join
- Us: Generous Leave - 25 days plus
Grounds Maintenance Contracts Manager in London employer: Meadfleet Open Space Management
Meadfleet Open Space Management is an excellent employer that values growth and development, offering a supportive work culture where new team members can thrive. With competitive benefits such as a salary of £27,000, pension contributions, and 25 days of holiday, employees are encouraged to balance their professional and personal lives while contributing to meaningful property management initiatives in the UK.
Contact Details:
Meadfleet Open Space Management Recruitment Team
