Contract Manager at Ground Control in Hertfordshire, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

field operations

client relations

team leadership

financial management

contract oversight

Join Ground Control, an award-winning environmental services company, and lead field-based operations where no two days are the same.

✅ Build strong client relationships

✅ Lead and develop your team

✅ Manage financial performance (P&L, forecasting, revenue targets)

✅ Oversee contracts safely, on time, and within budget

Requirements

ms office

gis

power bi

leadership

contract management

arboriculture

If you have experience in Arboriculture, Forestry, Grounds Maintenance, or Utilities, this is your chance to oversee contracts around pylons and power lines, manage a talented team, and drive operational excellence while championing safety and sustainability.

Confident with MS Office, GIS, Power BI, and contract tools
Strong leadership, planning, and problem-solving skills
Proven contract management experience in field-based services

Benefits

🌿 Career growth in a sustainable sector

Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

1973

Year Founded

The company was established over five decades ago, laying the foundation for its growth into a national leader.

50,000+

Commercial Sites Managed

The company manages a vast network of commercial locations across the UK, showcasing its extensive capabilities.

300 acres

Nature Recovery Farm

A dedicated initiative to restore and enhance natural habitats, reflecting the company's commitment to environmental stewardship.

It operates across the UK with a tech-driven, data-led approach.
Full national coverage and diversified revenue streams include EV-charging installs.
Projects range from transport-network vegetation control and winter gritting to play-area builds and habitat restoration.
Specialisms span infrastructure vegetation, tree surgery, ecological surveys, and large-scale landscape construction.

Culture + Values

Caring for our environment has long been our purpose
Delivering biodiversity enhancements
Achieving carbon net zero
Sourcing and using materials responsibly
Delivering social value in the communities where we work

Environment + Sustainability

90% Reduction

GHG Emissions Target

Aiming for a 90% reduction in Scope 1 & 2 greenhouse gas emissions by FYE 2030, using FYE 2021 as the baseline.

42% Reduction

Scope 3 Emissions

Committed to reducing Scope 3 GHG emissions by 42% by FYE 2030, based on FYE 2021 levels.

Net Zero by 2038

Ambitious Sustainability Goal

Targeting net zero for Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by FYE 2038, validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

Carbon Neutral Since 2020

Sustainability Milestone

Achieved carbon neutral certification (PAS 2060) in 2020, with a footprint of approximately 3,000 tCO₂e, and is reverified annually.

Achieved carbon‑neutral certification four years ahead of initial 2025 target
Investing in 100% battery‑powered hand tools by 2023
Committed to fully electric fleet and EV charging infrastructure by 2025
Internal analysis: 95% of emissions from supply chain (43% field teams, 32% goods/services, 10% waste)

Inclusion & Diversity

No publicly available strategic DEI goals found on official site
No gender‑related statistics (e.g., % female employees, leadership diversity) disclosed

Articles

Contact

Sectors – Infrastructure

Insights – London in Bloom awards

News – EV charging partnership with Openreach

Company

Overview

1973

Year Founded

The company was established over five decades ago, laying the foundation for its growth into a national leader.

50,000+

Commercial Sites Managed

The company manages a vast network of commercial locations across the UK, showcasing its extensive capabilities.

300 acres

Nature Recovery Farm

A dedicated initiative to restore and enhance natural habitats, reflecting the company's commitment to environmental stewardship.

It operates across the UK with a tech-driven, data-led approach.
Full national coverage and diversified revenue streams include EV-charging installs.
Projects range from transport-network vegetation control and winter gritting to play-area builds and habitat restoration.
Specialisms span infrastructure vegetation, tree surgery, ecological surveys, and large-scale landscape construction.

Culture + Values

Caring for our environment has long been our purpose
Delivering biodiversity enhancements
Achieving carbon net zero
Sourcing and using materials responsibly
Delivering social value in the communities where we work

Environment + Sustainability

90% Reduction

GHG Emissions Target

Aiming for a 90% reduction in Scope 1 & 2 greenhouse gas emissions by FYE 2030, using FYE 2021 as the baseline.

42% Reduction

Scope 3 Emissions

Committed to reducing Scope 3 GHG emissions by 42% by FYE 2030, based on FYE 2021 levels.

Net Zero by 2038

Ambitious Sustainability Goal

Targeting net zero for Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by FYE 2038, validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

Carbon Neutral Since 2020

Sustainability Milestone

Achieved carbon neutral certification (PAS 2060) in 2020, with a footprint of approximately 3,000 tCO₂e, and is reverified annually.

Achieved carbon‑neutral certification four years ahead of initial 2025 target
Investing in 100% battery‑powered hand tools by 2023
Committed to fully electric fleet and EV charging infrastructure by 2025
Internal analysis: 95% of emissions from supply chain (43% field teams, 32% goods/services, 10% waste)

Inclusion & Diversity

No publicly available strategic DEI goals found on official site
No gender‑related statistics (e.g., % female employees, leadership diversity) disclosed

Articles

Contact

Sectors – Infrastructure

Insights – London in Bloom awards

News – EV charging partnership with Openreach