About us
Euroforest Ltd is a leading independent provider of landscaping, vegetation removal, ecology & Arboricultural services. Working with a wide range of clients, we deliver services from landscaping schemes for infrastructure projects, Ecology mitigation, mechanised Arboricultural works and de-vegetation. Our teams collaborate closely across all projects, combining expertise, innovation, and a shared commitment to sustainability, safety, and quality. This approach has made us a trusted partner across the construction/forestry supply chain — and a place where motivated individuals can grow their careers and make a real impact.
The Position
We are seeking an Assistant Contracts Manager/ Contracts Manager/ Senior Contracts Manager (dependent on experience) to join our Projects Team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the delivery of vegetation clearance, hard landscaping, and soft landscaping contracts across the UK. This role focuses on ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality and safety standards. You will oversee compliance, monitor project performance, coordinate with clients and contractors, and support the project team in achieving successful outcomes. Key Responsibilities
The role involves the following key responsibilities, but it is not limited to:
- Manage the delivery of vegetation clearance, hard and soft landscaping contracts across the UK, ensuring projects are completed to specification, on schedule, and within budget.
- Coordinate operational programmes in line with client requirements, ensuring full compliance with health, safety, environmental, and industry regulations.
- Monitor project costs, budgets, and forecasts to maintain financial control and efficiency.
- Apply and uphold ISO standards within all landscaping projects, supporting quality, safety, and environmental objectives.
- Oversee compliance checks, inspections, and audits to maintain high operational standards across all contracts.
- Work with the Estimating team to assist with site visits, outputs and information to help produce accurate variations and tenders
- Work with the Quantity Surveying team to assist with contract commercials.
- Maintain strong working relationships with colleagues, clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and regulatory bodies.
- Support business growth by identifying opportunities for additional work within existing and new client contracts.
- Champion sustainable working practices, minimising environmental impact and promoting responsible resource use.
- Promote a positive safety culture and ensure all worksites meet health, safety, and environmental requirements.
- Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, assess equipment suitability, review methods of work, and address any operational or safety concerns.
- Ensure the consistent application of HSE, Arboricultural Association, FISA, and ISO 45001, 9001 & 14001 standards across all project activities.
Training and support will be provided to introduce the successful applicant to Company systems and procedures.
Skills, Qualification & Experience
- Proven experience working Project Manager and Site Management
- Proven experience in collecting, inputting and reporting on data.
- Proven experience in risk management in line with company and industry standards.
- Demonstrable knowledge of HSE legislation, OHSAS 45001, ISO 14001 & ISO 9001 Standards.
- Demonstrable extensive experience in working within a CDM environment.
- Ability to work as part of a team and lead proactively.
- Valid SMSTS certificate
- Valid CSCS Gold Supervisors card (and desire to work towards CSCS Black card if not already held).
- Excellent administration skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proven business acumen, and a desire to support business development
- Diligent and professional in your approach to work
- Excellent Time management skills and ability to prioritise workload to reach targets.
- Forward thinking and the ability to take ownership of tasks
- Proficiency with IT systems, with experience of Office 365 suite
- Full UK Drivers Licence and willingness to travel
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- 20 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays)
- Annual leave increases with length of service
- Company vehicle (business and private use, inclusive of private mileage)
- Pension scheme
- Continuous Professional Development
- Cycle to work Scheme
- Long service awards
- Employee Discounts
- Life Assurance
- 24/7 free Employee Assistance Programme
To apply send your CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] quoting reference EFLCM/2608
Closing date for applications is: 18th September 2026
Start date will be as soon as possible after interviews (notice periods allowing).
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Euroforest is an Equal Opportunities Employer. The company is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, gender, or sexual orientation.
Pay: From £1.00 per year
Work Location: In person
