Gardener jobs in New Romney
- Cunningham GardensCranbrook TN17 4EU
- To be successful in this role you will have a positive ‘can do’ attitude with a solutions-based approach to problem solving.
- The ability to meet deadlines.
Gardener
NewPort Lympne Hotel & Reserve2.2Hythe CT21 4PDEmployerActive 2 days ago- The ideal candidates will have previous experience working as a gardener within a recognised Garden or Estate.
- (Rate of pay will increase in April 2025).
- MJN Gardening ltdAshford TN23 4GWEmployerActive 2 days ago
- MjN Gardening ltd have a position available for a full time GARDENING SUPERVISOR.
- Applicant will have a back ground in gardening and able to supervise a small…
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NewGMAC Gardens LtdAshfordEmployerActive 2 days ago- As a Gardener, you will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing the beauty of our high end residential & commercial gardens & grounds.
- Kent Auto Panels LtdFolkestoneTypically responds within 5 days
- We are looking for an experienced Gardener who has the ability to work on their own and organise a daily work plan.
- Job Types: Full-time, Permanent.
- Majestic Garden CareCanterburyEmployerActive 14 days ago
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience as a full-time professional, paid gardener (this does not include hobby gardening or in your own/family garden).
- The Outdoor Room LtdSouth East RegionEmployerActive 2 days ago
- Must be highly skilled in both hard and soft landscaping.
- Must have enthusiasm to learn all aspects of the landscape construction industry, including both hard…
- TCS GROUP INTERNATIONALBenenden TN17 4JDEmployerActive 2 days ago·
- The successful candidate will also be required to act as a chauffeur from time to time, including driving into London.
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- Hush Heath EstateCranbrook TN17 2NG·
- You will have an eye for detail and work to a high standard to help maintain and develop this beautiful garden.
- Job Types: Full-time, Permanent.
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- GMAC Gardens LtdAshford·
- Perform regular maintenance tasks such as mowing, edging, and weeding.
- Plant and cultivate flowers, trees, and shrubs.
- Maintain garden equipment and tools.
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- Stour Valley FarmsSellingEmployerActive 14 days ago·
- An experienced Assistant Gardener is required for large country gardens and grounds in Kent.
- Applicants will need to be physically fit, have some knowledge of…
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- Stour Valley FarmsSellingEmployerActive 14 days ago·
- An experienced Seasonal Gardener is required for large country gardens and grounds in Kent.
- They comprise nearly 20 acres of country house gardens including a…
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- Faversham Municipal Charities 2010Faversham ME13 7LUTypically responds within 1 dayEmployerActive 2 days ago·
- We are looking for a dedicated Grounds Maintenance Operative / Handy Person to ensure the grounds of the historic Faversham Almshouses are well maintained and…
- Old Farm House Residential HomeCanterburyEmployerActive 2 days ago·
- You will carry out audits and make sure records are kept up to date.
- We are looking for a Maintenance Person with solid experience in maintenance, building, DIY…
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- Canterbury Chartham Garden CentreCanterbury CT4 7HFTypically responds within 3 daysEmployerActive 6 days ago·
- Merchandising and stock exit plans.
- POS material is right in your areas.
- Responsible for the retail standards in your area.
- Expected hours: 40 per week.
Job Post Details
Landscape estimator/contracts manager
Job details
Pay
- From £30,000 a year
Job type
- Full-time
Shift and schedule
- Overtime
- Monday to Friday
Location
BenefitsPulled from the full job description
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Full job description
Are you an enthusiastic self-starter who wants to make a real difference within a small but fast-growing landscape design and build company? Do you relish the opportunity of being part of our growth story to help deliver outstanding gardens for our clients?
If that sounds like you then we have an exciting opportunity for a new position of Contracts Manager/Estimator to join our dedicated and award-winning team at Cunningham Gardens.
A bit about you:
To be successful in this role you will have a positive ‘can do’ attitude with a solutions-based approach to problem solving. You will be a great communicator and team player, able to build lasting relationships with colleagues, clients and suppliers and have excellent numerical and analytical skills. You will be flexible, hardworking and enjoy the challenge that comes with working in a rapidly growing company.
Under the general guidance and support of the Managing Director, the position is both on-site and office based and will require good people management and numerical skills. The role will ensure that contracts are completed in a safe, timely manner and to a high-quality standard, where possible exceeding our client’s expectations. You will work closely with the senior project foreman to monitor and organise the on-site teams to ensure maximum efficiency and profitability of each project. You will also be responsible for producing quotes for new projects in a timely manner and analysing the outcome of each project to improve our processes.
A bit about us:
Cunningham Gardens specialises in creating and maintaining beautiful gardens and landscapes; offering a complete bespoke garden maintenance, restoration, development, installation and establishment service.
Since establishing in 2017, the business has flourished on recommendations from our clients. Our informal professional approach combined with craftsmanship, skill and attention to detail ensures we deliver a personal service to our clients that is of the highest standards.
We cover all of Kent, Sussex and London, working closely with our clients to undertake projects and maintenance of any scale.
Great customer service and communication are at the heart of everything we do and are key to delivering our clients with a first-class landscaping experience, from initial enquiry through to delivery of the finished garden and beyond. We strive to provide excellence in whatever we do, be it offering advice on the phone, to leaving clients with their dream gardens.
Key Responsibilities:
Project Management
- Manage and oversee all domestic projects
- Prepare and communicate project plans to on-site teams
- Meet targets for each project, reporting any concerns immediately to the Managing Director
- Organise staff on our sites to achieve maximum efficiency and profitability whilst not compromising our high standard of work
- Organise and oversee sub-contractors
- Report to Managing Director on a regular basis with status of jobs and highlight any issues
- Meet with Team Leaders on site and report action points and issues
- Source and order materials for projects within budget
- Investigate efficiencies in supply chain and negotiate better deals with suppliers
- Monitor Health & Safety on site and address / report issues to the Managing Director
- Investigate options for systemisation of H&S such as Citation
- Be the first point of contact for the client during the project and manage client relationship alongside senior project foreman, ensuring the client is kept informed of progress / any issues that arise
Estimator
- Produce quotes / estimates for new projects in a timely fashion
- Set up system for producing quotes more efficiently & quickly
- Analyse completed projects and compare against quote to improve system
Additional
- To conduct yourself both internally and externally in a professional manner at all times, acting as a good ambassador for the company.
- Integral in building the Cunningham Gardens brand and keeping our clients happy
- Networking/building industry relationships - Attend industry seminars/meetings etc
- Accompanying Managing Director to business coaching & relevant seminars/events
- To undertake any other reasonable management requests
- To be a flexible, supportive and considerate member of the team
Knowledge & Experience:
- Relevant experience / qualifications in landscaping industry
- Understanding of the main aspects of landscape construction
- Advanced knowledge of H&S requirements
- Contract Manager experience
- Advanced knowledge of project plans and budgets
- Experience of working on more than one project at once
- The ability to meet deadlines
- Previous experience in landscape estimating
- Excellent literacy and numerical skills and experience of budget & financial management
- Excellent analytical skills
- Good organisational and time management skills
- Excellent knowledge of Microsoft suite of products
- Excellent knowledge of Xero accounting software
Salary: £30,000 pro rata
Start April 1st
This is a full time position with overtime to be undertaken when required to meet the demands of the business.
If you think you are the perfect fit for this role and would love to work with us, please click the button below to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Education:
- Diploma of Higher Education (preferred)
Experience:
- estimating: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person