Operations Manager (RE:GEN Midlands)

We are looking to recruit an Operations Manager to join RE:GEN Midlands. As Operations Manager you will be responsible for the safe, compliant and efficient delivery of construction projects from Tender, through pre-construction to completion and defects management. You will provide leadership to site management and operational teams, ensuring projects are delivered in accordance with contractual requirements, programme, budget, quality standards and all applicable legislation, including Building Regulations, Planning requirements, CDM Regulations and the Building Safety Act.

About Us

RE:GEN Group is a fast growing regeneration business working across the UK to improve homes, neighbourhoods and the lives of the people who live in them.

When you join RE:GEN, you’re stepping into a genuinely world-class workplace. We hold a 3 Star World Class accreditation from Best Companies, recognising the highest levels of employee engagement and leadership. It reflects a culture where people feel trusted, supported and empowered to grow, while making a meaningful difference in the communities we serve.

Our culture is shaped by our values, which guide how we work with our colleagues, partners and customers every day:

• We’re Dynamic – We continuously innovate, adapt and overcome to ensure we are prepared to take on the challenges of today and tomorrow.

• We Care – We put people at the heart of everything we do to provide a positive, consistent and stress-free experience.

• We Challenge the Norm – We pride ourselves on doing things differently, pushing beyond the ordinary to exceed expectations.

• We’re Trusted – Delivering our promises time after time ensures we are the trusted partner our clients and communities rely on.

At RE:GEN, we look for people who not only bring the right technical expertise but also share these values every day, we are looking for people who collaborate, take pride in their work, support their colleagues and are passionate about delivering positive outcomes for customers and communities.

If you want to make a real difference, work with a team that cares and be part of a company shaping the future of regeneration in the UK, RE:GEN is the place to do it!

Your Daily Responsibility

• Lead and manage the operational delivery of multiple construction projects, ensuring they are delivered safely, efficiently, on time and within budget.

• Provide leadership, direction and performance management to Site Teams and multidisciplinary operational teams to drive consistent project delivery.

• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, including the Building Safety Act, Building Regulations, Planning requirements, CDM Regulations and Health & Safety legislation.

• Oversee project programmes, quality standards, resource planning and supply chain performance to achieve operational and client objectives.

• Identify and manage operational, compliance and business risks, implementing corrective actions where required.

• Maintain effective relationships with clients, consultants, statutory bodies, residents and supply chain partners to ensure successful project outcomes.

• Promote a culture of safety, compliance, accountability and continuous improvement across all projects and operational teams.

• Work closely with Commercial team to ensure clear reporting and identification of risks and opportunities.

• Undertake Audits to ensure company processes and procedures are being adhered to.

Other Duties

• Support tendering, pre-construction and business development activities.

• Contribute to strategic planning and operational improvement initiatives.

• Support recruitment, succession planning and workforce development.

• Represent the business professionally with clients, stakeholders and industry partners.

• Undertake any other duties reasonably required within the scope of the role.

• Ensure robust quality assurance and quality control procedures are implemented across all projects.

• Drive right-first-time delivery and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Ensure projects achieve required technical, regulatory and client quality standards.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HNC, HND, Degree or equivalent experience in Construction Management, Building, Engineering or a related discipline.

• SMSTS.

• Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable

• MCIOB or other relevant professional membership.

• IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH qualification.

• Temporary Works, Scaffold Inspection or related construction qualifications.

• Building Safety, Compliance or Fire Safety related qualifications.

Experience

Essential

• Significant operational management experience within the construction industry.

• Experience managing multiple projects, contracts or operational teams simultaneously.

• Proven experience leading Site Managers and multidisciplinary project teams.

• Experience delivering projects safely, on time, within budget and to quality standards.

• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, project planning and programme management.

• Experience managing health, safety, quality and compliance requirements.

• Experience working with clients, consultants, local authorities and external stakeholders.

• Demonstrable experience identifying and managing operational risk.

Desirable

• Experience delivering projects within social housing, refurbishment, regeneration, planned maintenance or new build sectors.

• Experience operating within partnership or framework environments.

• Experience leading large operational teams across multiple locations.

Skills / Knowledge

Essential

• Strong knowledge of Building Regulations, Planning requirements, Building Safety Act, CDM Regulations and Health & Safety legislation.

• Strong leadership and people management skills.

• Excellent organisational and programme management skills.

• Strong commercial and financial awareness.

• Ability to manage and motivate multidisciplinary operational teams.

• Strong decision-making, problem-solving and risk management capability.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to negotiate, influence and build effective stakeholder relationships.

• Strong knowledge of quality assurance and compliance management processes.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and construction management software.

Desirable

• Knowledge of partnership working and local authority environments.

• Experience implementing operational improvement initiatives.

• Coaching, mentoring and team development capability.

RE:GEN Employee Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits based on experience.

• Pension contribution scheme.

• Life assurance scheme.

• Private healthcare available.

• Bonus scheme

• Two paid volunteer days per year