Site / Project Manager – Forestry & Landscaping

Location: Glasgow / Southwest Scotland
Salary: Up to £55,000 DOE
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Package: Company Van + Benefits

We’re recruiting for an experienced Site / Project Manager to join an established specialist forestry and landscaping contractor with a strong pipeline of secured work across Scotland.

The business is currently delivering a significant volume of projects connected to National Highways, alongside other commercial forestry, landscaping and vegetation management contracts.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in forestry, landscaping or vegetation management who understands how works operate on site and is confident managing teams, subcontractors and multiple projects.

The Role

You’ll take responsibility for the day-to-day management and successful delivery of projects, ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently, on time and to the required standards.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing site teams, operatives and subcontractors across multiple projects.
• Planning and coordinating labour, equipment, materials and resources.
• Overseeing forestry, landscaping and vegetation management works, including projects associated with National Highways.
• Monitoring project progress, budgets, quality and agreed timescales.
• Acting as a key point of contact for clients, contractors and internal management.
• Identifying and resolving operational issues to keep projects running smoothly.
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety and environmental requirements.
• Carrying out site visits and maintaining high standards of workmanship.
• Providing regular project updates and completing relevant site documentation.

What We’re Looking For

Previous experience within forestry, landscaping or vegetation management is essential for this position.

We’re looking for someone who understands the practical challenges of delivering works on site and can confidently manage people, resources and client expectations.

Ideally, you’ll have:

• A proven background in commercial forestry, landscaping, vegetation management or associated contracting works.
• Experience managing site teams, operatives and subcontractors.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to oversee several projects simultaneously.
• A good understanding of site health and safety requirements.
• Confidence dealing directly with clients and resolving operational challenges.
• A practical, hands-on approach and the ability to make decisions independently.
• A full UK driving licence.

Experience delivering highways, roadside vegetation management or National Highways-related contracts would be particularly advantageous.

You may currently be working as a Site Manager, Project Manager, Contracts Manager or an experienced Site Supervisor looking for your next step.

What’s on Offer

• Permanent position with a salary up to £55,000, depending on experience.
• Company Car.
• Company benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on a strong pipeline of established and secured contracts.
• A varied role with plenty of autonomy and responsibility.
• The opportunity to join a well-established specialist contractor with continued growth and long-term opportunities.

If you’re an experienced forestry or landscaping professional looking for a permanent management position with a busy, established contractor, we’d be keen to hear from you.

Apply today for a confidential discussion or call John at Your Recruiters on 07761 521920.

Your Recruiters Limited are an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All applicants will receive a response, with detailed feedback provided to those unsuccessful at the interview stage.