Operations Manager - Cladding Remediation

Daniel Owen Ltd.; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A national construction firm is seeking an experienced Operations Manager for cladding remediation based in Bristol. This leadership position involves managing project teams and supply chain partners to ensure successful project delivery. Candidates must have extensive project management experience, particularly in external façade and fire remediation. Strong leadership skills and knowledge of safety legislation are essential. The role requires a full UK driving licence and offers an opportunity to work across multiple projects with a focus on quality and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Extensive project management experience, particularly in external façade and fire remediation.
• Strong knowledge of curtain walling and fire protection systems.
• Experience delivering projects to PAS2035 standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team in managing multiple projects effectively.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Project management experience

Knowledge of external cladding systems

Leadership and team development

Understanding of Health & Safety legislation

Job description

Operations Manager - Cladding Remediation

Location: Bristol (South West)
Sector: Construction / Operations Management

The Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead a new accelerated cladding remediation programme based in Bristol. This is a key leadership role responsible for managing project teams and supply chain partners to deliver compliant capital and retrofit works to the highest standards of quality, safety, budget, and programme.

You will provide strong operational leadership across multiple projects, ensuring successful delivery while maintaining excellent client and stakeholder relationships.

About the Company

Our client is a nationwide business specialising in the Social Housing sector. They deliver Repairs & Maintenance, Capital Works, and Retrofit services in partnership with Local Authorities and Housing Associations across the UK.

Key Responsibilities

• Champion the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental management

• Lead and monitor project strategies to support sustainability objectives

• Identify, manage, and mitigate commercial risk

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, stakeholders, and supply chain partners

• Recruit, develop, motivate, and retain high-performing teams

• Provide technical guidance and support to clients and project teams

• Ensure effective complaint handling and defect management strategies

• Drive quality throughout the project lifecycle, targeting zero defects at handover

• Support and promote organisational sustainability commitments

What You'll Need

Essential:

• Extensive project management experience in a similar environment, including resource and cost control

• Proven experience managing multiple projects, particularly external façade and fire remediation schemes

• Strong knowledge of curtain walling, external cladding systems, fire protection systems, groundworks, and concrete repairs

• Experience delivering retrofit projects to PAS2035 or similar standards

• Background in delivering capital works and large-scale projects through subcontract and supply chain models

• Excellent leadership and team development skills, with experience managing project managers and site teams

• Strong understanding of construction operations and associated sectors

• In-depth knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and statutory requirements

• Full UK driving licence

Desirable:

• SMSTS qualification and knowledge of safe systems of work

• Scaffold inspection qualification

• Relevant CSCS card

• First Aid at Work certificate

If you are interested in the above role, apply below

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