Operations Director

Londinium Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction recruitment agency seeks an experienced Operations Director to oversee the entire construction operations for a respected joinery contractor in London. You will manage a team of Project Managers, maintain relationships with top-tier developers, and shape operational strategies. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in high-end joinery and strong commercial awareness. This role offers a competitive salary and potential profit share.

Benefits

Profit share

Autonomy in operations

Working with top-tier clients

Qualifications

• Proven track record in delivering high-end joinery or fit-out packages on major residential schemes.
• Experience at senior level Ops Manager, Contracts Director, or similar role.
• Confident managing multiple projects and large teams.

Responsibilities

• Full responsibility for construction operations across all live projects.
• Lead and develop a team of Project Managers.
• Work closely with the MD on strategic planning and growth.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Commercial Awareness

Client Relationship Management

Health & Safety Oversight

Job description

Operations Director: High-End Joinery Contractor

Location: Putney HQ + London Projects

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

Are you an experienced senior leader in construction looking for full operational control of a highly respected joinery contractor? This is a rare opportunity to step into a pivotal leadership role with a business known for delivering exceptional joinery packages on large-scale, high-volume residential developments across London.

The Opportunity for an Operations Director

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 for the Operations Director

• 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 in an Operations Director

• 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.