Operations Manager
Job Summary
As an Operations Manager, you will be responsible for the effective management and delivery of construction contracts, ensuring that all works are carried out in accordance with company policies, procedures, contractual requirements, health and safety standards, and relevant legislation.
You will work closely with project managers, site teams, subcontractors, clients, and other stakeholders to ensure contractual obligations are met, projects are delivered efficiently, and any commercial or contractual issues are identified and addressed promptly.
You will ensure that all colleagues involved in delivering the works understand and comply with the relevant contractual requirements, company procedures, and project objectives.
The Operations Manager will report directly to and support the Operations Director, providing regular updates on project progress, contractual performance, commercial matters, risks, and any issues that may affect the successful delivery of the works.
Daily Responsibility
To take ownership of all aspects of each project under their control from estimating handover through to completion of the Defects Liability Period
Provide project direction, focus and consistency across several schemes.
Ensure staff has received or are due to receive adequate training to carry out their role on the project.
Assess exposure to the business for any claims from clients/consultants and customers and ensure the relevant corrective action is taken.
Preparation and management of the Construction Phase Health and Safety Plan.
Preparation and management of the contract programme including Target Programmes.
Ensure that a Materials and Sub-Contractor Procurement schedule are in place to suit the proposed Target/Construction Programme
Supervision and responsibility of the Project/Site Manager
Experience & Skills
Previous experience in a Operations Manager or similar senior construction management role.
Comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of relevant building legislation, regulations, and construction standards.
Experience of working within partnership arrangements and collaborative delivery models.
Comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of relevant Health and Safety legislation
Confident and effective oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly with clients, consultants, site teams, subcontractors, customers and other stakeholders.
Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands and consistently meet deadlines.
Strong negotiation and influencing skills, with the ability to achieve positive outcomes while maintaining effective working relationships.
Proven ability to lead, mentor, and support others, together with the ability to manage and develop a team effectively.
Strong leadership, decision-making, problem-solving, and project management skills.
Financial and commercial awareness
RE:GEN Employee Benefits
27 days holiday
Salary sacrifice car scheme
Two paid volunteer days
Pension contribution scheme
Life assurance scheme
Private healthcare
Company bonus scheme