Overview

We are currently recruiting for an Operations Manager on behalf of a multi-disciplinary construction, refurb and fit-out contractor based in West Yorkshire.

Over the past 25 years the company has enjoyed consistent growth and now acts as a principal contractor for projects within the Industrial, Retail and Commercial sectors and boasts a number of the UK’s best-known companies among its client base.

Now employing more than 200 members of staff throughout the Uk and with 3 regional offices they are set up to deliver contracts from £50,000 up to £10 million in value.

Role Description

• Support, mentor and manage the contracts and Site teams.
• Work closely and promote close working relationships between Contracts, Site Staff and all other departments and Business Units.
• Manage Contracts staff to ensure Company policies and procedures are being adhered to.
• Manage updates and ensure workload tracker is maintained.
• Compile contract projects information from the Contracts Team and site documents for presenting to the Unit Manager and ensure consistency of reports.
• Advise and assist the Business Unit Manager on budgetary matters relating to the contracts department.
• Visit live projects to maintain contact with Site Teams and provide support and guidance
• Liaise with Clients and Design Teams as appropriate/where necessary
• Assist Procurement and SCM’s in the development of sub contract supply chain.
• Identify and authorise equipment needs.
• Assist in the development of procedures/processes where applicable to support Contracts and Site teams in the delivery of projects.
• Manages the allocation of projects to Contracts and Site Teams.
• Ensure unallocated resource costs are recorded correctly.
• Establish the requirement for additional resource and recruit where appropriate within the constraints of the business budgets.
• Liaising with the Business Unit Director and HR on people related matters where appropriate.
• Development of structure and cohesion of Contracts Department.

Skills & Attributes

• NVQ level 6 or equivalent in construction or construction related discipline.
• Demonstrable evidence of experience of a similar management role based within Contracts/Operations Management.
• Demonstrable ability to present and manage project plans.
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of construction industry. Understanding of issues such as building regulations and planning.
• Understanding of financial management controls.
• Experience in a customer facing role, with a proven track record of building client relationships.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Health and Safety and Environmental safety requirements.
• Fully computer literate with advanced knowledge of the Microsoft Office packages.
• Site Managers Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS).
• Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) Black Card.
• Asbestos Awareness.
• Full driving license.