Job title - Arboriculture Contracts Manager

Location - Waltham Abbey, Essex

Salary - £40,000 - £45,000 DOE

Duration - Perm

Sector - Arboriculture

The Opportunity:

Are you an experienced Contracts Manager? Our client is seeking a dedicated Contracts Manager to oversee and run a number of large Arboriculture contracts. As a Contracts Manager, you'll play a key role in ensuring that Arboriculture projects are run to the highest of standards.

As a Contracts Manager your responsibilities will include the following:

• Project Management: Oversee all aspects of arboricultural contracts from initiation to completion, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to client satisfaction.

• Client Relations: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, addressing their needs and ensuring their expectations are met.

• Team Leadership: Lead, manage, and support a team of arborists and ground staff, ensuring they are motivated and performing effectively.

• Safety and Compliance: Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with health and safety regulations and industry standards.

• Budget Management: Prepare and manage budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and financial efficiency.

• Quality Control: Monitor and ensure the quality of work performed, conducting site inspections and audits as necessary.

• Business Development: Identify opportunities for new contracts and services and assist in preparing proposals and bids.

• Reporting: Maintain accurate records and provide regular reports on project progress, financial status, and team performance.

We are looking for a Contracts Manager who has the following skills and qualifications:

• Full UK Driver's License is essential

• Experience: Significant experience in arboriculture, with a track record of managing contracts and leading teams.

• Certification: Relevant qualifications (e.g., ISA Certified Arborist, NPTC/LANTRA) a NVQ in Arboriculture would be a bonus as well.

• Project Management: Strong project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

• Leadership: Proven leadership abilities, with experience in managing and developing teams.

• Client Focus: Excellent client management skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships.

• Communication: Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Safety Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations and industry standards.

• Financial Acumen: Experience in budget management and financial planning.

• IT Skills: Proficiency in using project management software and other relevant IT tools.

The Offer:

• £40,000 - £45,000 DOE

• Incremental annual leave

• Access to Benefit Hub our employee discount portal - discounts on travel bookings, high street & supermarket shops, gift cards, cinema tickets, days out, leisure activities and help with your day-to-day spending

• Free gym membership for you and a nominated person

• Employee health cash plan

• Cycle to Work scheme dependent on HMRC guidelines

• Pension Scheme

• Company sick pay

• Career progression

• Training and development

• Full top end PPE and uniform

Interested? To apply for this role as a Contracts Manager, please click apply online and upload an updated copy of your CV