Construction Operations Manager

JOHN FORD GROUP LTD; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Chelmsford is seeking a Construction Operations Manager to oversee operational delivery and manage multiple projects. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of construction management experience, strong procurement skills, and knowledge of inclusive building standards. This role offers a salary of £55,000-£65,000 plus a company vehicle and benefits. Join a supportive team that transforms lives through meaningful work.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Company pension

Bonus potential

Autonomy in operations

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of hands-on construction management experience in residential or specialist building works.
• Strong background in procurement, cost control, and resource scheduling.
• Competent in preparing quotations and material/labour take-offs.
• Experience managing subcontractors and small teams.
• Excellent organisation and communication skills.
• Knowledge of inclusive building standards or experience in adaptations projects advantageous.
• Full UK driving licence and eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Take full operational control of multiple live projects from start to completion.
• Manage procurement of materials, labour, and subcontractor services.
• Supervise and coordinate Site Managers, subcontractors, and direct labour.
• Prepare quotes and cost estimates for small to mid-size projects.
• Collaborate with consultant QS for large or complex projects.
• Review drawings, specifications, and technical details.
• Maintain construction schedules and deliverables.
• Oversee budgets, purchase orders, and supplier accounts.
• Support health, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Represent operational performance in client meetings.

Skills

Construction management experience

Procurement

Cost control

Resource scheduling

Quotations preparation

Team management

Communication skills

Knowledge of inclusive building standards

Programming software proficiency

Education

Degree, HNC/HND, or NVQ Level 6+ in Construction Management or related discipline

Health & Safety certification (SMSTS or equivalent)

Tools

Asta Powerproject

Job description

About Us

John Ford Group Ltd is a highly respected construction company specialising indisability adaptationsandforever homesfor people catastrophically injured throughpersonal injury or clinical negligence. We work with case managers, solicitors, and occupational therapists to create exceptional, accessible living spaces that truly transform lives.

We are now seeking an ambitiousConstruction Operations Manager to take ownership of our operational delivery, overseeing all construction activity and procurement, while supporting the estimating of minor works and client quotations.

The Role

As Construction Operations Manager, you’ll overseethe day-to-day management of all construction projects—ensuring they are delivered safely, efficiently, and profitably. You will act as the key link between on-site teams, senior management, and our professional partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Take full operational control of multiple live projects from start to completion.
• Manage procurement ofmaterials, labour, and subcontractor services, driving best value and reliability.
• Supervise and coordinate Site Managers, subcontractors, and direct labour to ensure high standards of safety and quality.
• Preparequotes and cost estimatesfor small to mid-size projects and refurbishment works.
• Collaborate with our consultant QS for large or complex projects.
• Review drawings, specifications, and technical details to ensure compliance with Part M and accessibility standards.
• Maintain construction schedules and deliverables, reporting progress and resolving delays proactively.
• Oversee budgets, purchase orders, and supplier accounts.
• Support health, safety, and environmental compliance across all sites.
• Represent operational performance in client and stakeholder meetings.

About You

You are a motivated, detail-driven construction professional who combines operational leadership with commercial awareness.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Minimum8 years of hands-on construction management experiencein residential or specialist building works.
• Strong background inprocurement, cost control, and resource scheduling.
• Competent in preparing quotations and material/labour take-offs.
• Experience managing subcontractors and small teams.
• Excellent organisation and communication skills.
• Knowledge ofinclusive building standardsor experience inadaptationsprojects advantageous.
• Proficiency in programming software (Asta Powerproject) would be an advantage.
• Full UK driving licence and eligibility to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Degree, HNC/HND, or NVQ Level 6+ in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Health & Safety certification (SMSTS or equivalent) highly desirable.

What We Offer

• £55,000-£65,000 salary + company vehicle + benefits.
• Company pension and bonus potential.
• Real autonomy to lead and shape construction operations.
• Rewarding work that directly improves lives.
• Supportive, purpose-driven team culture.