Head of Construction and Operations

Elite Staffing Solutions; Greater London; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking a Head of Construction and Operations to join an expanding team in Wiveliscombe. This full-time permanent position offers a salary of up to £80,000, with responsibilities including overseeing construction performance, managing resources, and ensuring health & safety compliance. Ideal candidates will have demonstrable experience in civil engineering and strong project management skills. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic team in a growing business.

Benefits

CV review and recommendations

Support with covering letters

Interview preparation assistance

Ongoing updates throughout recruitment

Qualifications

• Experience managing civil engineering solutions.
• Ability to lead on projects and use initiative.
• Experience in contract administration and management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction performance and health & safety.
• Manage procurement function for civils-related stock and materials.
• Ensure fleet vehicles are MOT compliant and oversee subcontractors.

Skills

Civil engineering experience

Project management

Excellent communication skills

Strong IT capabilities

Strong delegation skills

Education

Recognised HSE qualification (IOSH, or similar)

SMSTS qualification

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Elite Staffing Solutions are delighted to be working in partnership with WCI Group.

WCI are specialists in water and wastewater, delivering innovative, high-quality off‑mains drainage solutions for domestic, commercial, and public sector clients. Renowned for their integrity, technical expertise, and trusted client partnerships, they operate across three core divisions to consistently deliver exceptional standards of service.

They are now seeking a Head of Construction and Operations to join their expanding team based in Wiveliscombe. This is a full‑time permanent role with a salary of up to £80,000 depending on background and experience. Due to the nature of this role you will be office based in Wiveliscombe.

The purpose of this role is to oversee construction performance, commercial progression, procurement, health & safety, resource deployment, and broader facilities management.

The Role

Management or delivery of civil engineering solutions, including management of sub‑contractors and groundworkers, covering small works (contract value

Oversee procurement through purchase orders, goods received and supply management

Manage the procurement function for civils‑related stock, materials, hired‑in plant and equipment

Health & Safety

manage risk assessments, policies and procedures, and the accident book

Management and scheduling of resources across multiple concurrent sites and projects, including construction phase plans

Fleet & sub‑contractor management

ensuring fleet vehicles are MOT compliant, overseeing a portfolio of subcontractors, managing commercial arrangements and ensuring quality standards

Broader Facilities Management

project management of office moves, procurement activity, management of staff and training matrices

Contract administration duties, including applications, certificates, CIS knowledge and commercial processes

The Candidate

Experience in a similar role with demonstrable career progression within the construction industry

Experience managing civil engineering solutions

Ability to lead on projects and use initiative

Excellent communication skills

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Strong delegation skills

Strong IT capabilities, including Excel and ERP systems

A jack of all trades with a versatile, hands‑on approach

Desirable Skills / Qualifications

• Civil engineering experience in drainage and wastewater
• Recognised HSE qualification (IOSH, or similar)
• Experience in contract administration and management, including applications/certificates/CIS
• SMSTS qualification

What Elite Staffing Will Do for You

• CV review and recommendations
• Support with covering letters if required
• Interview preparation assistance
• Ongoing updates and support throughout the recruitment process

If this sounds like something of interest, please apply today. Please note: if you submit your CV, you will be contacted by telephone and email to discuss your application in more detail.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an expanding business undergoing an exciting period of change and development.

Elite Staffing Solutions are acting as an Employment Agency on this vacancy.