Construction Operations & Projects Lead

Forrest Recruitment Ltd.; Royton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Forrest Recruitment Ltd seeks an experienced Operations Manager for a successful construction firm handling insurance-related works. Office-based, leading a team of 3, you will oversee up to 30 projects from start to finish and coordinate with subcontractors, loss adjusters and clients to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

The ideal candidate has a construction background, excellent communication, adaptability, and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Experienced Operations Manager from construction background.
• Knowledge of property/facilities management is a plus.
• Driving licence required for site visits.

Responsibilities

• Manage an ongoing caseload of up to 30 construction projects from start to completion.
• Monitor progress of contracts; liaise with sub contractors, loss assessors and client to hit deadlines.
• Oversee all administration functions.
• Assist Tendering Manager and Director with costings and pricing schedules.
• Review tender documents for compliance and risk.
• Recruit and onboard suppliers/contractors; verify insurances, CIS, VAT and certs.
• Provide quotes for emergency works and prepare invoices.
• Manage admin for owners' private property portfolio; rent agreements and repairs.
• Occasional site visits; driving licence required.

Skills

Construction experience

Communication skills

Problem solving

Adaptable

Job description

Forrest Recruitment Ltd seeks an experienced Operations Manager for a successful construction firm handling insurance-related works. Office-based, leading a team of 3, you will oversee up to 30 projects from start to finish and coordinate with subcontractors, loss adjusters and clients to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

The ideal candidate has a construction background, excellent communication, adaptability, and problem-solving skills.