Operations Director

Londinium Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-end joinery contractor in the UK is seeking an experienced Operations Director to oversee its construction operations. In this role, you will lead a team of Project Managers and drive project delivery across London. Ideal candidates will have experience in high-end joinery and a strong commercial acumen. The position offers a competitive salary and the chance for profit sharing.

Benefits

Profit share

Autonomy in role

Work alongside entrepreneurial MD

Qualifications

• Proven track record in delivering high-end joinery or fit-out packages on major residential schemes.
• Previous senior level experience as Ops Manager, Contracts Director, or similar.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and large teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for construction operations across all live projects.
• Manage and develop a team of Project Managers.
• Collaborate with the MD on strategic planning and commercial performance.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety and delivery standards.
• Maintain and grow relationships with key clients.

Skills

Project Management

Construction Operations

Team Leadership

Commercial Awareness

Knowledge of construction programming

Job description

Overview

Operations Director: High-End Joinery Contractor

Location: Putney HQ + London Projects

Salary: £100,000 - £130,000 + Optional Profit Share

The Opportunity

This is more than just a senior management role - you'll be driving the business's entire construction and delivery side. Reporting directly to the MD, you'll lead a growing team of 5+ Project Managers and take ownership of all live projects and delivery functions.

Projects range from landmark developments in Central London to major schemes further afield, working with a top-tier client base of Tier 1 and Tier 2 Developers.

Key Responsibilities

• Full responsibility for construction operations across all live projects
• Lead, manage, and develop a team of Project Managers to deliver consistent high-quality results
• Work closely with the MD on strategic planning, growth, and commercial performance
• Oversee health & safety, programming, resource allocation and delivery standards
• Act as a key client liaison to maintain and grow relationships with top-tier developers
• Drive efficiencies, improve systems, and help scale the business as it continues to expand

What We're Looking for

• Proven track record in delivering high-end joinery or fit-out packages on major residential schemes
• Previous experience at senior level - Ops Manager, Contracts Director, or similar
• Confident managing multiple projects, large teams, and demanding clients
• A hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, quality-driven environment
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of construction programming
• London project experience is highly desirable

Why Join This Business

• Autonomy to shape the operations of a thriving, respected contractor
• Work alongside a driven and entrepreneurial MD
• Profit share on offer for the right individual
• Head office in Putney with projects across London
• Ambitious but grounded business with a reputation for quality

If you're an experienced construction leader ready to take the reins and help scale a specialist contractor to the next level, this could be the ideal move.

Apply now for a confidential conversation