Operations Manager (Construction)
Location: Haydock, Merseyside
Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Benefits: Company vehicle, company pension, mobile phone, laptop and ongoing career development.
About Higher End Construction
Higher End Construction is an established principal contractor delivering planned maintenance, refurbishment and construction projects across the North West.
Working with local authorities, housing associations, supported living providers and private clients, we specialise in wet room adaptations, boiler installation programmes, disabled adaptations, void refurbishments, responsive repairs and residential refurbishment projects.
As our business continues to grow, we are looking to appoint an experienced Operations Manager to join our leadership team and help drive the next phase of our development.
The Role
This is a key leadership position within the business, responsible for the day-to-day operational management of our construction projects across the North West.
Working closely with the Managing Director, you will oversee the successful delivery of multiple live contracts, ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, on programme and to the high standards our clients expect.
You will lead our operational team, coordinate resources, support our site teams and continually look for ways to improve efficiency, quality and profitability across the business.
As Higher End Construction continues to secure new contracts and expand its operations, this role offers genuine opportunities to grow in responsibility and develop alongside the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the day-to-day operational delivery of multiple live construction projects.
- Lead and support the operational team to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
- Oversee planned maintenance, wet room adaptations, boiler installation programmes, disabled adaptations, void refurbishments, responsive repairs and residential refurbishment projects.
- Plan labour, subcontractors, materials and resources across multiple contracts.
- Monitor project programmes and resolve operational challenges effectively.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, suppliers and subcontractors.
- Ensure variations are identified promptly and work closely with our commercial support to ensure they are accurately priced and recovered.
- Monitor project performance and work closely with the finance team to maximise profitability.
- Produce monthly operational reports for the Managing Director, reviewing contract performance and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, quality and financial performance.
- Drive continuous improvement across planning, communication, quality and operational processes.
- Support the mobilisation of new contracts and contribute to the continued growth of the business.
About You
We're looking for an experienced construction professional who enjoys leading teams, taking ownership and delivering high-quality projects.
You will have:
- Experience as an Operations Manager, Contracts Manager or Senior Project Manager within the construction industry.
- Experience delivering planned maintenance, refurbishment or social housing contracts.
- Strong commercial awareness and an understanding of project profitability.
- Experience identifying and managing variations.
- Excellent leadership, organisational and communication skills.
- The ability to manage multiple live projects simultaneously.
- A proactive, solutions-focused approach with excellent decision-making skills.
- SMSTS qualification.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
What We Offer
- £45,000 – £55,000 salary depending on experience.
- Company vehicle.
- Company pension.
- Mobile phone and laptop.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Genuine opportunities for career progression as the business continues to grow.
- The opportunity to become a key member of the leadership team within an ambitious and growing construction company.
Apply
If you are an experienced construction professional looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact, lead a growing operational team and contribute to the continued success of an ambitious business, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Please apply with your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your experience and why you believe you would be a great addition to the Higher End Construction team.
Pay: £45,000.00-£55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company car
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Experience:
- 5 years' experience managing multiple live projects?: 5 years (required)
- managing planned works or social housing contracts?: 5 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
- SMSTS qualification? (preferred)
Work Location: In person
