Operations Director – Reputable Main Contractor- Largescale Projects

Our client is a main contractor specialising in city centre new build projects including large commercial builds and high rise residential schemes. They are looking to appoint an Operations Director to strengthen standards across their projects and provide hands-on support to the operations team.

This is a visible, site-focused role for an experienced construction leader who can bring consistency, accountability and strong operational standards across multiple projects.

What’s on offer:

Competitive salary and package
The opportunity to make a clear impact across a growing project portfolio
A senior leadership role working closely with the operations team

The ideal candidate will have:

Operations leadership experience in high-rise residential construction, or large-scale commercial projects of a similar calibre
A strong track record of overseeing multiple sites and supporting project teams
The confidence and presence to uphold standards and challenge when procedures are not being followed
A practical, collaborative approach to helping teams deliver work safely and to a high standard

Duties will include:

Visiting sites regularly to review standards, processes and operational performance
Ensuring company procedures are understood and followed consistently
Supporting the operations team with the effective running of projects
Identifying issues and working with site teams to resolve them
Promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement across the business

If you have the experience to lead operations across complex construction projects and enjoy being visible on site, we’d be keen to hear from you.

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