Arb Project Manager

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Certified BCorp Accredited Ground Control has been certified by BLab the notforprofit behind the BCorp movement as having met rigorous social and environmental standards which represent its commitment to sustainable goals ahead of profit. We have also been awarded a worldclass status for employee engagement in the 2023 Best Companies results ranking at #16 in the Top 100 Large Companies to Work For league table.

We are looking for an ArbProject Manager to support the Contract Delivery Manager in the Arb Utility division at Ground Control. You will be responsible for managing the operation for an assigned programme of tree works in Cambridge and the surrounding areas. You will take responsibility for driving the programme delivery for both self contract KPI targets and our tree cutting teams.

This is a fieldbased role with approximately 3 days in the field and 2 days based at home.

You will ensure work is completed to the highest possible standards in terms of safety environment quality customer service and profitability. Drive consistency and innovation through everything you do to ensure Ground Control are the best at what we do!

What you will achieve;

• Responsible for outputs and performance within your projects measured against safety quality production budget required timings and client satisfaction.
• Ensure efficient communication with your assigned Project Coordinator and relevant action taken to ensure projects are processed in good time for smooth and efficient project delivery on all projects.
• Timely and effective reporting and communication through to your Contract Delivery Manager
• Ensure your assigned tree cutting teams have a suitable work bank and are being fully utilised across the wider contract.
• Update and manage the Work Programme SD Programme Held Up Programme Planning checklists and all similar programmes for your project and assigned teams.
• Satisfactorily resolving any HeldUp spans that need client resolution to obtain consent.

Who are we looking for

This a great role forsomeone with a sound knowledge of tree works and abasic general project management understanding. Utility Arb experience is not essential as we can teach you what is needed for this.

To be successful in this role you must have:

• Previous arb related experience and knowledge
• Practiced and strong negotiation and influencing skills.
• Proficient and competent IT.
• Welldeveloped team management and organisational skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload and balance demands from numerous sources to ensure that all stakeholder needs are met.
• Excellent Customer Service

What we offer:

At 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 work:

Awards Accolades and Culture

• We have been awarded worldclass 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 BCorp Accredited 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 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 plantingtrees 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. 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 stronger.

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