Future Build Recruitment are seeking an Operations Director to join an established Demolition specialist. This is a key leadership role that requires strategic oversight and operational expertise in demolition, enabling, and remediation works.
Key Responsibilities
* Support bid submissions and ensure contract programmes are developed and effectively communicated, identifying risks and agreeing on mitigation actions.
* Develop project forecasts in collaboration with the commercial team, reviewing performance to ensure targets are met across all projects.
* Ensure the commercial team and clients are informed of any potential variations in a timely manner.
* Ensure compliance with all current HSQE legislation and company policies, providing visible HSQE leadership.
* Review workload and plan resources for each project, managing the recruitment, training, and availability of skilled operators and site management teams.
* Ensure site teams receive the necessary technical support and resources to achieve successful contract outcomes.
* Manage and motivate teams, setting clear expectations and providing both informal and formal performance feedback.
* Develop and maintain relationships with key clients, industry bodies, and external organisations to enhance company reputation.
Experience, Skills & Competencies
* Experience in a similar contracts and operations management role, ideally within the demolition or enabling works sectors.
* Ability to provide clear insight into operational performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
* Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines and drive projects forward in a challenging commercial environment.
* Effective team player and communicator with strong presentation skills.
Education / Qualifications / Certifications
* HNC or degree qualified in a construction-related subject (desirable).
* Membership of a professional body, e.g., Institution of Demolition Engineers (desirable).
* IOSH Managing Safely, IOSH Leading Safely (desirable).