Installation Manager

Niyaa People; Shirley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

32 days holiday

Office-based in Solihull

Progression opportunity

Job summary

Niyaa People is seeking an experienced Installation Manager for a Solihull flooring client. You will coordinate installation teams, manage daily logistics, and ensure efficient, on-time deliveries while maintaining strong client relationships.

The role is office-based, Monday to Friday, 8:30am–4:30pm, with potential for progression into higher management as the department grows. Salary £30,000–£34,000 plus 32 days holiday.

Qualifications

• Experience in scheduling, logistics, installations or operational management.
• Strong organizational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication skills dealing with site teams, installers and management.
• Ability to make quick, commercially aware decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience managing teams, workloads or contractor networks.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate flooring installation teams and allocate resources efficiently.
• Forecast installation requirements and coordinate logistics.
• Manage daily fitting schedules and ensure dates are met.
• Liaise with site teams, installers and management on scheduling and readiness.
• Monitor installer performance, quality and cost efficiency.
• Support site visits, readiness checks and Health & Safety compliance.
• Process and validate fitter invoices and purchase orders.
• Forecast workloads to support business targets.

Skills

Scheduling

Logistics

Installations

Operational management

Organization

Communication

Job description

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Installation Manager to join the logistics team of a well-established, family-owned flooring business based in Solihull. This is a key middle-management position, responsible for coordinating installation teams, managing daily logistics and ensuring flooring installations are delivered efficiently, on time and to a high standard.

Working closely with site teams, installers, clients and internal management, you will play an important role in maintaining strong customer relationships while maximising operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities of an Installation Manager:

• Manage and coordinate flooring installation teams, ensuring resources are used efficiently
• Allocate jobs, forecast upcoming installation requirements and coordinate logistics
• Manage daily fitting schedules and ensure installation dates are achieved
• Liaise with site teams and installers regarding scheduling, site readiness and progress
• Monitor installer performance, quality and cost efficiency
• Support site visits, readiness checks and Health & Safety compliance
• Process and validate fitter invoices and purchase orders
• Forecast workloads and installation requirements to support business targets
• Report on logistics performance, profitability and operational efficiency
• Manage company vehicle schedules, servicing and maintenance
• Review corrective action reports and ensure issues are resolved promptly
• Support the Operations Manager and Contracts Manager with day-to-day operational requirements

Ideal Candidate:

• Previous experience in scheduling, logistics, installations or operational management
• Strong organisational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent communication skills and confidence dealing with site teams, installers and senior management
• Able to make quick, commercially aware decisions in a fast-paced environment
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilitiesExperience managing teams, workloads or contractor networks
• Reliable, detail-oriented and able to work effectively under pressure
• Confident working independently and as part of a wider team

Desirable Experience:

• Experience within housebuilding, construction, flooring or installation
• Knowledge of installation scheduling and logistics operations
• Experience working with contractors, fitters or field-based teams
• Understanding of Health & Safety, RAMS and site readiness requirements
• Experience with vehicle fleet coordination, purchase orders or contractor invoicing

Pay & Benefits for this Installation Manager role:

• £30,000–£34,000 salary, dependent on experience
• 32 days holiday, including Bank Holidays and Christmas closure
• Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:30pm
• Office-based position in Solihull
• Opportunity to progress into a higher management position as the department continues to grow
• Join an established, family-owned business working with major UK housebuilders