Operations Manager

Time Recruitment Solutions Limited; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Car

Laptop & Mobile Phone

Job summary

Time Recruitment Solutions Limited is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee multiple construction projects from Yeadon, Leeds, covering the North of England. Lead relationships with clients, site teams, subcontractors and senior management to deliver safely, on time and within budget.

The role requires managing 2–10 live projects, weekly site visits, and producing detailed progress reports for the Director.

Qualifications

• Experience as Operations Manager or similar senior construction role.
• Proven track record overseeing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Background in fast-paced construction environments.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Calm and effective under pressure.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Ideally near Yeadon, Leeds commuting distance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage multiple live projects (2-10).
• Act as main point of contact for operational matters.
• Monitor progress, programme and resource allocation.
• Attend site visits at least weekly.
• Prepare and deliver weekly progress reports to Director.
• Ensure safety, budget and programme adherence.
• Coordinate site teams, subcontractors, suppliers and clients.
• Resolve operational issues before delivery impact.
• Maintain strong stakeholder communication.
• Promote company processes and best practices.
• Support growth via high customer satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Organisational skills

Communication

Time management

Job description

Position: Operations Manager | Location: Yeadon, Leeds (covering projects from Manchester to Newcastle) | Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 per annum | Benefits: Company Car, Laptop & Mobile Phone | Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Operations Manager to oversee multiple construction projects across the North of England. This is a key leadership position responsible for ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on time, and in line with company expectations.

The successful candidate will act as the primary point of contact across a portfolio of projects, managing relationships with clients, site teams, subcontractors, and senior management whilst maintaining high operational standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage between 2-10 live projects simultaneously.
• Act as the main point of contact for all operational project matters.
• Monitor project progress, programme, performance, and resource allocation.
• Conduct regular site visits, attending projects at least one day per week.
• Prepare and deliver detailed weekly progress reports to the Director.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, within budget, and to programme.
• Coordinate site teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients.
• Identify and resolve operational issues before they impact delivery.
• Maintain strong communication across all stakeholders.
• Implement and promote company processes, procedures, and best practices.
• Support company growth by maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction and repeat business.

Requirements

• Previous experience in an Operations Manager, Contracts Manager, Project Manager, or similar senior construction management role.
• Proven experience overseeing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong background within fast-paced construction environments.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure.
• Comfortable managing competing priorities and "spinning multiple plates" at once.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to quickly adapt and embrace the company's culture and way of working.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Ideally based within commuting distance of Yeadon, Leeds.

Personal Attributes

• Calm, composed, and solution-focused.
• Commercially aware with strong decision-making ability.
• Proactive and hands-on approach to project management.
• Excellent leadership and team coordination skills.
• Able to build strong relationships with clients and site teams.
• Results-driven with a keen eye for detail.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary of £65,000 per annum.
• Company car.
• Laptop and mobile phone.
• Opportunity to play a pivotal role within a growing business.
• Autonomy and responsibility across a varied portfolio of projects.
• Career progression opportunities within a successful and expanding organisation.

If you thrive in a fast-paced construction environment and have the ability to manage multiple projects whilst maintaining exceptional standards, we would like to hear from you.