Operations Director

Whiteoak Associates; Oxford; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction contractor near Oxford is seeking an Operations Director to drive growth and lead project management teams. Candidates should have a construction-related degree and experience in senior operational roles within the Commercial Office and Light Industrial sectors. This role offers a competitive salary of £110k-£140k DOE, alongside benefits like an executive car and private medical insurance. Join a company known for its positive work environment and strong team dynamics.

Benefits

Base salary £110k-£140k DOE

Executive car

Pension

Private medical

Performance bonus

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in a construction-related field.
• Experience as a Senior Operations Manager or equivalent in construction.
• Proven record in Commercial Office & Light Industrial sectors.

Responsibilities

• Influence and shape the growth of a construction business.
• Collaborate with diverse clients.
• Lead and mentor a project management team.

Skills

Leadership

Commercial management experience

Project planning

Client management

Team management

Education

Degree in Construction

Job description

Based near Oxford, this principal construction contractor has a strong reputation for delivering high-end interior fit‑out & new build projects across the Commercial Office & Light Industrial sectors. Project values typically range from £1 million to £25m and are delivered across the Home Counties & into the Midlands.

The company is exceptionally well‑run, lean, free from corporate bureaucracy, and has ambitious but sustainable plans for continued expansion.

To support the next growth phase, the board is seeking to appoint an Operations Director.

MUST HAVE / IS

• Degree Qualified‑Construction related.
• Experience working as a Senior Operations Manager / Senior Contracts Manager / Operations Director within a Construction contractor.
• Substantial Commercial Office & Light Industrial sector experience.
• Experience dealing with clients at Director level.
• Experience managing large construction project teams.
• Client Account & Project planning experience.
• Strong commercial management experience & contractual awareness in relation to the delivery of construction projects.
• Experience dealing with multiple projects and multiple clients at any time.

Why you should apply

• Opportunity to really influence & shape a growing business.
• Collaborate closely with a diverse, high‑calibre client base.
• Lead & mentor an experienced, commercially savvy PM team.
• Join an organisation that values autonomy, professionalism and results over politics.

Package highlights

• Base salary £110k‑£140k DOE, with executive car, pension, private medical and a performance bonus, 25 days holiday + bank holidays.

This is a rare leadership role with an ambitious company that has a strong reputation, a defined growth strategy, some great clients, a positive working environment, and a close‑knit Senior Leadership team.