At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting landscaping projects and manage diverse teams to deliver top-notch results.
- Company: Join a respected construction contractor known for quality and reliability.
- Benefits: Earn up to £56,000 with great perks like a company vehicle and 25 days leave.
- Other info: Enjoy a stable career with opportunities for professional growth and training.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a growing company that values your career development.
- Qualifications: Experience in project management within landscaping or construction is essential.
The predicted salary is between 56000 - 56000 £ per year.
Walker & Sloan are proud to be exclusively partnering with an established and highly respected multi-disciplinary construction contractor to recruit a Landscaping & Grounds Maintenance Project Manager to join their growing operational team. Our client delivers a wide range of commercial landscaping, grounds maintenance, refurbishment, civil engineering, and infrastructure projects for an impressive portfolio of public and private sector clients. With a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and long-term client partnerships, they continue to expand their operations across the region.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to take ownership of a varied portfolio of landscaping and grounds maintenance contracts while joining a business that genuinely values its people and invests in long-term career development.
The Role
As Landscaping & Grounds Maintenance Project Manager, you will be responsible for the successful delivery of both commercial landscaping projects and planned grounds maintenance contracts from initial client brief through to completion. You'll oversee operational teams, manage project programmes and budgets, coordinate subcontractors, and ensure every project is delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards of quality and customer service. The role offers excellent variety, combining operational leadership with commercial responsibility and strong client engagement across multiple live projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing the full lifecycle of commercial landscaping and grounds maintenance projects
- Planning works, allocating resources, and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget
- Leading, mentoring, and supporting site supervisors, operational teams, and subcontractors
- Monitoring project performance against programme and commercial objectives
- Preparing quotations, managing additional works, and supporting tender submissions
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders
- Ensuring full compliance with health & safety legislation, RAMS, COSHH, and environmental standards
- Conducting regular site visits, quality inspections, and progress reviews
- Managing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining exceptional customer service standards
- Identifying opportunities to improve operational efficiency and contract profitability
Candidate Profile
- Previous experience as a Project Manager, Contracts Manager, or Operations Manager within landscaping, grounds maintenance, facilities management, or a related construction environment
- Proven ability to manage multiple live projects and operational teams
- Strong commercial awareness with experience managing project budgets and profitability
- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
- Good understanding of health & safety legislation and industry best practice
- Full UK driving licence
- SSSTS or SMSTS qualification
- IOSH Managing Safely (or equivalent) desirable
- Horticultural qualification (Level 3 Diploma or equivalent) or ROLO accreditation would be advantageous
What's on Offer
- Salary up to £56,000
- Company vehicle or vehicle allowance (where applicable)
- 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
- Company pension scheme
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
- Stable, long-term career with a growing regional contractor
- Opportunity to manage a diverse portfolio of commercial contracts
- Monday to Thursday: 6:30am – 4:00pm
- Friday: 6:30am – 2:00pm
If you're an experienced Landscaping or Grounds Maintenance Project Manager looking to join a growing business with an excellent reputation and a varied portfolio of work, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Walker & Sloan for a confidential discussion.
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