Operations Director

Humres; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist sub-contractor in the North West is looking for an Operations Director to enhance business growth and oversee high-value projects. The role involves leading operations strategy, ensuring project delivery within specifications, and building organizational capacity to manage turnover. Candidates should have prior experience in similar roles and demonstrate strong analytical and communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity for career progression.

Benefits

Great company to work for

Progression within the company

Interesting projects

Qualifications

• Must have held a similar role.
• A proven ability to work well with others.
• Strong analytical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the Operations Strategy for the business.
• Build a robust organisational structure for operations.
• Ensure that projects are delivered safely and on programme.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Excellent verbal communication

Persistence

Ambition

Job description

Brief Overview

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Operations Director to join a fantastic specialist sub-contractor based in the North West.

Package

100 to 120k

About our Client

My client is a Building envelope specialist sub-contractor who works in the new build market. They work on projects up to 1million in value and are looking to expand. They have an excellent reputation within this sector and are actively looking for a Operations Director to help take the business to the next level.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the Operations Strategy, aligned with the business objectives for profitability, reputation, and growth.
• Build a robust organisational structure for operations capable of scaling to 20m+ turnover.
• Represent operations at board level, providing insight and data on performance, risks, and improvements using company systems and processes.
• Ensure that projects are delivered safely on programme, to specification, and within commercial parameters.
• Monitor project delivery, completion, aftercare, and Pre-Construction teams.
• Create and report operational KPIs, reporting on productivity, programme performance, quality, and client satisfaction using internal systems and processes.
• Work closely with the Head of operations to ensure efficient planning & utilisation of materials, plant and subcontract resources.
• Drive improvements in labour productivity through planning, benchmarking, and reporting.
• Work closely with the Commercial Manager to protect project margins through proactive delivery management.
• Monitor labour, materials, and overhead utilisation against budgets.
• Support forecasting and cashflow through accurate resource and programme planning.

About the Candidate

• Must of held a similar role
• Able to work well with others
• Analytical thinking skills
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Persistence and determination
• Ambition and a desire to succeed

Points of Appeal

• Great company to work for
• Progression within the company
• Interesting projects