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: Enjoy 25 days leave, a top-tier pension, private medical cover, and a fully equipped company car.
- 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 developing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in operational management and contractor leadership; passion for horticulture is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 32000 - 40000 £ per year.
Field-based (covering developments between Manchester, Leeds, Hull and Sheffield)
£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 Manchester, Leeds, Hull and Sheffield. 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 Bank Holidays
- Top Tier Pension - 10% employer contribution (non-contributory)
- Comprehensive Health and Protection - Private medical cover and death in service benefit
- Plug-In-Hybrid Company Car
- Fully Equipped - Latest Laptop, iPad, and iPhone provided
Employment is subject to standard pre-employment screening, including a basic DBS check, licence verification, and satisfactory references.
If you've previously thrived as a Grounds Maintenance Supervisor, Landscape Contracts Manager, Landscape Operations Manager, Soft-Landscaping Supervisor, Parks and Grounds Manager, Estates or Parks Manager, Green Space Manager, Green-Spaces Team Leader, Estates and Grounds Manager, Landscape and Grounds Manager, Environmental Services Manager, Environmental Operations Manager, Arboriculture or Ecology Officer, Grounds and Facilities Manager, Facilities Grounds Manager, Open Space Manager, Open Space and Landscape Manager, Contracts Manager or Assistant Contracts Manager or similar, then we want to hear from you.
Maintenance Contract Manager in Wakefield 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
