GROUNDS MANAGER - BELMONT ABBEY - BELMONT, NC

Compass Group•Belmont, NC

About The Position

SSC Services for Education is known for our expertise, commitment, and value; and we at SSC truly believe that our people are our greatest asset. By utilizing our associates’ knowledge and experience alongside SSC’s extensive training, providing supportive management, and offering unparalleled wage and benefit packages as well as career advancement opportunities, we have developed a workforce that differentiates us from our competitors. SSC Services for Education is a Nationwide Best in Class Facility Service Provider. As a member of Compass Group, North America, we want you to be as great as you can be. We empower our associates to direct their own future, keeping them confident that we support them every step of the way. As a result, our associates embody greatness through their actions, natural passion for quality, and a can-do attitude. The opportunity for greatness is real at SSC and throughout the Compass world. The Grounds Manager must be subject matter expert in Grounds, and Facilities Management. The individuals in this position provide technical support to the unit, management, and clients. The Grounds Manager will be relied on to install SSC Standard Operating Procedures and Systems, and train individuals on subject matter. The focus of this position is to be a subject matter expert in grounds/ athletic fields management, and grounds sustainability.

Requirements

Extensive experience in grounds, landscape and athletic field management
Must be recognized/ able to demonstrate as an expert in their area of expertise
Ability to communicate effectively in written format and oral presentations
Ability to multi-task and establish priorities
Exhibits initiative, responsibility, flexibility and leadership
Possess a thorough knowledge of contract administration and office procedures
Ability to use working knowledge of environment to meet established goals and objectives
Must possess strong organizational skills and be well structured.
Proficient in the use of Windows based office software including but not limited to Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Computed Maintenance Management.
must have valid driver’s license and all applicable licenses/ Certifications to discipline.

Nice To Haves

Preferable certifications; Sports field Management, Horticulture, Grounds Management, or Arboriculture, or willing to obtain within 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

Plans and implements management programs, including defining activities, achievements, and staff requirements, per SSC program and system procedures.
Implements Management operating programs, policies, procedures, management calendars, and regulatory compliance systems in support of local unit operations.
Performs Grounds/ Athletic Field QA Assessments and Safety Audits at various location under contract.
Develops and maintains a schedule and budget for the assigned unit as needed. Controls expenditures within limitations of budget.
Provides reports on the status of project achievements and adjusts schedules accordingly.
Prepares locally customized operating unit policies and operating programs and procedures for compliance with management best practices, company standards, customer contract requirements, and regulatory compliance standards.
Coordinates or completes preparation of client deliverables, reports, quality assurance documentation.
Assigns and oversees special project personnel to specific phases or aspects of each assignment. Provides training, guidance, standards knowledge, and technical expertise to department staff and supervisors as needed.