Site Manager CRT

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We currently have an opportunity for a Grounds Maintenance Site Manager based in the West Midlands, supporting the Canal & River Trust contract for delivery of Grounds, Trees, and Vegetation Management. Reporting to the Contract Delivery Manager, you will ensure work is completed to the highest possible standards in terms of safety, environment, quality, customer service and profitability.
Your duties will include, but not be limited to:
Delivering Emergency Works as part of an on-call rota.
Delivering planned works, keeping track of progress and highlighting any concerns to your CDM.
Organise directly employed and field team staff to deliver the programme on time, and to the highest standard.
Pricing of both reactive and planned works, using the schedule of rates and ensuring they are delivered within the agreed margin.
What we offer:
At Ground Control we believe in creating an inspirational environment , and rewarding our employees for their hard work. We offer a wide-ranging benefits program , supporting you to realise your full potential, and are proud to be recognised as a great place to work:
Awards, Accolades and Culture
We have been awarded `world-class` status for employee engagement in the 2023 best companies results, ranking at #16 in the ` Top 100 Large Companies to Work For ` league table.
Certified B-Corp Accredited , Ground Control has been certified by B Lab, the not-for-profit behind the B Corp movement, as having met rigorous social and environmental standards which represent its commitment to sustainable goals ahead of profit.
We inclusively support ` The Race at Work Charter `, ` Ban the Box `, ` The Armed Forces Covenant ` and are ` Disability Confident '
We invest 5% of our profits into the Evergreen Fund , an investment fund dedicated to sustainability and environmental initiatives.
By 2025 we have committed to planting 1,000,000 trees, having a fully electric fleet, and achieving carbon net zero after becoming carbon neutral in 2020.
2 personal choice volunteering days with your fundraising efforts matched up to £500!
Perks and Benefits
Free gym access if you are Head Office based or subsidised national gym memberships if you are based elsewhere.
Nursery Vouchers, Cycle to work scheme and Travel loans
Medigold employee support, Free Flu Jabs, online private GP service and a premium subscription to Calm, the wellbeing app
A supportive, entrepreneurial working environment that fosters collaboration.
Training, development, coaching and mentoring plans including our GC Leadership Academy, job specific accreditations and higher education opportunities
Hybrid working opportunities with time in the office including breakfast Mondays and dog friendly Fridays.
Financial benefits include yearly bonus scheme, access to Wagestream and employee share options
How we work:
We put people at the centre of everything we do.Everyone is welcome. We`re embracing a culture where difference is valued. Your uniqueness will be celebrated. We believe diversity grows innovation, and innovation creates initiative. Together we`ll succeed in caring for each other, caring for our communities and caring for our Environment. Together, we`re stronger.
Who are we looking for?
Although full training will be provided for the right candidate, the following would be extremely beneficial:
Experience at a team leader level within the grounds maintenance industry
Excellent leadership and negotiation skills
Persistence and determination
Attention to detail
Knowledge of project management software such as Microsoft Project
Ability to prioritise tasks
Skills to manage costs, risks, and contingencies
Ability to work and make decisions under pressure
We would particularly welcome applications from individuals with tree knowledge or previous experience working on canals or waterways.
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