Operations Manager

The Post; Linton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A successful construction supplies firm is seeking an experienced Operations Manager. Responsibilities include overall operational and financial performance, full P&L responsibility, and management of subcontractors. The role demands strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, as well as a solid understanding of project delivery and cost control. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a similar role, excellent communication skills, and a full UK driving license.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an Operations Manager or senior project management role.
• Demonstrable experience with full P&L responsibility.
• Strong background in subcontractor management and site operations.
• Solid understanding of cost control, forecasting, and contract administration.
• Experience managing RAMS, change control, and certification processes.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects across the UK.
• Full UK driving licence (essential).

Responsibilities

• Full P&L responsibility for assigned projects.
• Ownership of project budgets, cost control, forecasting.
• Manage subcontractor activities and contractual obligations.
• Lead end-to-end project delivery for cost, time, and quality objectives.
• Manage the certification process from construction to completion.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Cost control

Project management

Education

Construction or project management qualification

Job description

POST recruitment are recruiting an experienced Operations Manager for a successful construction supplies firm to take overall responsibility for the operational and financial performance of projects delivered across the UK. The role includes full profit and loss (P&L) responsibility, management of subcontractors and suppliers, oversight of cost, programme, and quality, and leadership of all operational activities from pre-construction through to project completion and certification.

Key Responsibilities

Operational & Financial Management (P&L)

• Full P&L responsibility for assigned projects and/or business unit
• Ownership of project budgets, cost control, forecasting, and financial reporting
• Track, forecast, monitor, and control development budgets and expenditure
• Identify and implement cost efficiencies while maintaining quality and programme
• Ensure commercial performance meets or exceeds company targets

Site & Subcontractor Management

• Take responsibility for all external subcontractors' activities on site
• Chair and manage weekly coordination meetings with all subcontractors
• Monitor and drive subcontractor progress to ensure contractual obligations are met
• Sign off subcontractors' RAMS (Risk Assessments & Method Statements)
• Supervise and manage head contractor obligations relating to cost, time, and quality

Procurement & Contract Administration

• Procure consultants, contractors, and suppliers
• Lead negotiations and manage contract administration
• Manage payments to consultants, contractors, and suppliers
• Ensure contracts align with programme, budget, and risk requirements

Project Delivery & Change Control

• Lead end-to-end project delivery to achieve cost, time, quality, and safety objectives
• Complete and manage change control processes and documentationEnsure effective communication, valuation, and management of project variations

Design & Technical Management

• Manage design development and review against relevant design standards
• Coordinate design teams, consultants, and technical stakeholders
• Ensure design compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements

Stakeholder Management & Leadership

• Manage and influence internal and external stakeholders at all levels
• Act as senior operational point of contact for clients, consultants, and contractors
• Provide leadership, direction, and support to site and project teams

Certification, Compliance & Close-Out

• Manage the certification process from construction through to completion
• Ensure all required approvals, certificates, and handover documentation are obtained
• Oversee project close-out, final accounts, and lessons learned

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an Operations Manager or senior project management role
• Demonstrable experience with full P&L responsibility
• Strong background in subcontractor management and site operations
• Solid understanding of cost control, forecasting, and contract administration
• Experience managing RAMS, change control, and certification processes
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects across the UK
• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• Desirable: Construction or project management qualification
• Desirable: Experience operating at senior or business‑unit level
• Desirable: Background in managing complex, multi‑site projects