Operating Manager

Communicate Finance; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Communicate Finance in Cape Town seeks an experienced Operating Manager to oversee operational performance across Building Construction, Civil Construction, Roofing, Ceilings & Partitions, and Plant Hire divisions. The role ensures projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget while managing systems, programme delivery, and procurement.

You will lead project management teams, drive efficiencies, coordinate resource planning, and maintain quality controls, with regular site visits to

Qualifications

• Minimum 6–8 years' experience in the construction industry.
• Strong exposure to construction operations and project delivery.
• Proven leadership experience managing project teams.
• Experience within building, civil, roofing, ceilings & partitions, or related construction sectors.
• Excellent planning, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong commercial and operational awareness; ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing operational performance across all divisions.
• Managing project delivery and programme execution.
• Leading and mentoring project management teams.
• Driving operational efficiencies and best practices.
• Managing resource planning and allocation.
• Overseeing procurement strategies and supplier relationships.
• Ensuring quality standards and compliance are maintained across all projects.
• Monitoring project performance, budgets, and timelines.
• Providing strategic operational input to support business growth.
• Conducting regular site visits and engaging with project teams.

Skills

Leadership

Project delivery

Planning & organisation

Problem solving

Travel willingness

Education

Relevant industry experience

Job description

Job Description

Our client, a well-established construction group, is seeking an experienced Operating Manager to oversee the operational performance of the business across Building Construction, Civil Construction, Roofing, Ceilings & Partitions, and Plant Hire divisions. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, safely, on time, and within budget while managing operational systems, programme delivery, resource allocation, procurement activities, and quality control processes.

Key responsibilities

• Overseeing operational performance across all divisions
• Managing project delivery and programme execution
• Leading and mentoring project management teams
• Driving operational efficiencies and best practices
• Managing resource planning and allocation
• Overseeing procurement strategies and supplier relationships
• Ensuring quality standards and compliance are maintained across all projects
• Monitoring project performance, budgets, and timelines
• Providing strategic operational input to support business growth
• Conducting regular site visits and engaging with project teams

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 6–8 years' experience within the construction industry
• Strong exposure to construction operations and project delivery
• Proven leadership experience managing project teams
• Experience within building, civil, roofing, ceilings & partitions, or related construction sectors
• Excellent planning, organisational, and problem-solving skills
• Strong commercial and operational awarenessAbility to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Willingness to travel to project sites at least twice per week

Qualification

• Relevant industry experience is essential
• Formal qualification advantageous but not a strict requirement
• Practical construction and operations management experience will be prioritised

Additional Requirements

• Fully office-based role
• Based in McIntyre Road, Cape Town
• Working hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:00
• Occasional weekend work required
• EE candidates welcome to apply