Senior Contract Manager Rail

Mar 14, 2025
Cardiff
Full Time
Ground Control
Not Disclosed
Skills
Facilities Management • ADMA • Heavy Bus Driving • AXA • Building Services • Courier Delivery
The Role
Facilities Management • ADMA • Heavy Bus Driving • AXA • Building Services • Courier Delivery
pJoin us were an Investors in People Gold Standard Company ppWe have an exciting opportunity for a strongSenior Contract Managerstrong to join our growing Rail Division covering Wales and surrounding areas Reporting to the Operations Director you will contribute to the growth of this division and will ensure that we exceed our clients expectations on safety quality and operational delivery ppKey responsibilities will include but not be limited to pulliLead and manage a team of contract managers project managers site supervisors and field staff ensuring they deliver outstanding customer service and exceed client expectations liliOversee the successful execution of landscape ecology fencing and minor civils contracts across various sectors including Road Rail Water & Sewage MoD Airport and more liliSupport the Operations Director in delivering growth and improvement initiatives aligned with the company and Divisional business plan liliCollaborate with the Operations Director and other key stakeholders to shape the ongoing future of the division embracing innovation and change liliFoster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement encouraging the team to identify and implement new ideas and best practices liliMonitor and manage contract budgets resource allocation and scheduling to optimize project performance and deliver value to clients liliMonitor and manage department P&L ensuring department meets agreed profit margin liliCultivate and maintain relationships with clients subcontractors suppliers and other stakeholders to ensure successful contract outcomes and longterm partnerships liliAct with integrity honouring commitments and maintaining high ethical standards in all aspects of work liliEnsure compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations and industry standards liliConduct regular contract reviews performance evaluations and reporting to senior management liulpstrongWho are we looking forstrong ppThis is a senior management role that is fundamental to the success of the Rail division going forward therefore you will need pulliProven experience (preferably within the rail andor arboriculture industry) in managing contracts across multiple sectors and clients liliStrong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a diverse team liliExcellent operational management abilities including strategic planning resource allocation and performance optimisation liliSound understanding of construction techniques methodologies and best practices across different sectors liululliFamiliarity with industryspecific software and technologies liliExceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships with clients subcontractors and team members liliProactive problemsolving and decisionmaking abilities A strategic thinker liliA commitment to delivering outstanding customer service acting with integrity and honouring commitments liliKnowledge and experience of Network Rails RM CEM CRE roles would be advantageous liulpstrongWhat we offerstrongbrppAt Ground Control we believe in creating an inspirational environment and rewarding our employees for their hard work We offer a wideranging benefits program supporting you to realise your full potential and are proud to be recognised as a great place to workppAwards Accolades and CulturepulliWe have been awarded worldclass status for employee engagement in the best companies results ranking at # in the a hrefhttpswwwbcoukcompaniesgroundcontrolTop Large Companies to Work Fora league tableliululliCertifieda hrefhttpswwwbcorporationnetenusfindabcorpcompanygroundcontrolltdBCorp Accrediteda Ground Control has been certified by B Lab the notforprofit behind the B Corp movement as having met rigorous social and environmental standards which represent its commitment to sustainable goals ahead of profitliululliWe inclusively support a hrefhttpswwwbitcorgukrace#raceatworkcharterThe Race at Work Chartera a hrefhttpsunlockorgukprojectbantheboxBan the Boxa a hrefhttpswwwarmedforcescovenantgovukThe Armed Forces Covenanta and are a hrefhttpsdisabilityconfidentcampaigngovukDisability ConfidentaliululliWe invest % of our profits into thea hrefhttpswwwgroundcontrolcouksustainabilityevergreenfundEvergreen Funda an investment fund dedicated to sustainability and environmental initiativesliululliBy we have committed to planting trees having a fully electric fleet and achievinga hrefhttpswwwgroundcontrolcouksustainabilitycarbonneutralitycarbon net zeroaafter becoming carbon neutral in liululli personal choice volunteering days with your fundraising efforts matched up to !liulpPerks and BenefitspulliFree gym access if you are Head Office based or subsidised national gym memberships if you are based elsewhereliululliNursery Vouchers Cycle to work scheme and Travel loansliululliBupa employee support Free Flu Jabs online private GP service and a premium subscription to Calm the wellbeing appliululliA supportive entrepreneurial working environment that fosters collaborationliululliTraining development coaching and mentoring plans including our GC Leadership Academy job specific accreditations and higher education opportunitiesliululliHybrid working opportunities with time in the office including breakfast Mondays and dog friendly FridaysliululliFinancial benefits include yearly bonus scheme access to Wagestream and employee share optionsbr liulpstrongHow we workstrongppWe put people at the centre of everything we dobrEveryone is welcome Were embracing a culture where difference is valued Your uniqueness will be celebrated We believe diversity grows innovation and innovation creates initiative Together well succeed in caring for each other caring for our communities and caring for our Environment Together were strongerpp stylecolortransparentstrong#INDHPstrongp