Construction Operations Manager

Flexicruit; Dartford; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Truck

Job summary

Flexicruit is recruiting on behalf of an established and growing construction contractor seeking a commercially astute Construction Operations Manager to support the delivery and performance of projects across refurbishment, voids, maintenance and MoD‑related works in Kent.

This broad, hands‑on role sits between site teams and senior leadership, combining operational oversight with commercial input on pricing, tendering and estimating to ensure projects are delivered efficiently, practically and

Qualifications

• Experience in construction operations, contracts management or similar roles.
• Strong knowledge of refurbishment, voids, maintenance and related sectors.
• Commercial awareness with pricing, tendering and estimating.
• Ability to balance operational delivery with commercial responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operational management of construction projects across a range of works.
• Help oversee delivery across refurbishment, voids, maintenance and specialist projects.
• Work closely with senior leadership to support operational performance across the business.
• Act as a key link between site teams, project delivery and senior management.
• Provide input around pricing, estimating, tendering and bidding activity.
• Monitor project progress, delivery standards and commercial performance.
• Support the smooth running of jobs from an operational and practical perspective.
• Contribute to process improvements, service delivery and wider business performance.

Skills

Operational management

Commercial awareness

Pricing & tendering

Bridge site and office

Job description

About the job Construction Operations Manager

Construction Operations Manager
Kent
£60,000 + Company Truck

We are recruiting on behalf of an established and growing construction contractor seeking a commercially astute Construction Operations Manager to support the delivery and performance of projects across refurbishment, voids, maintenance and MoD‑related works.

This is a broad, hands‑on management role for someone who understands construction from both an operational and commercial perspective. Working closely with senior leadership, you will play an important role in supporting project delivery, maintaining operational standards and contributing to the overall performance of the business.

The business is looking for someone well rounded - a construction professional who is confident overseeing operational activity, supporting commercial decisions and helping ensure projects are delivered efficiently, practically and profitably.

This is not a purely site‑based role, nor is it a purely office‑based commercial position. It requires someone capable of bridging both sides - someone who can understand what is happening on the ground while also contributing to pricing, tendering, estimating and wider operational performance.

The company delivers a varied range of works, so this opportunity would suit someone with a solid construction background and experience across refurbishment, voids, maintenance, small works or similar project environments.

The Role

• Support the day‑to‑day operational management of construction projects across a range of works
• Help oversee delivery across refurbishment, voids, maintenance and specialist projects
• Work closely with senior leadership to support operational performance across the business
• Act as a key link between site teams, project delivery and senior management
• Provide input around pricing, estimating, tendering and bidding activity
• Monitor project progress, delivery standards and commercial performance
• Support the smooth running of jobs from both an operational and practical perspective
• Contribute to process improvements, service delivery and wider business performance
• Assist in identifying opportunities to strengthen revenue streams and project outcomes

About You

• Previous experience in a construction operations, contracts management, project management or similar role
• Strong construction knowledge with exposure to refurbishment, maintenance, voids, new build or related sectors
• Commercially aware, with an understanding of pricing, tendering, estimating or overall job profitability
• Able to balance operational delivery with commercial and managerial responsibilities
• Well organised, practical and confident working across multiple areas of the business
• Comfortable dealing with site teams, senior management and clients where required
• A well‑rounded construction professional with a hands‑on and solutions‑focused approach

The Opportunity
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing contractor in a key operational role with real responsibility and broad involvement across the business. It will suit someone who enjoys variety, understands the commercial realities of construction, and wants to play an important part in the delivery and performance of a busy and evolving operation.

If you have the construction background, commercial awareness and operational mindset to add value in a broad and important role, we would be keen to hear from you.