At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and manage teams to deliver high-quality projects in the façade and construction industry.
- Company: Established specialist contractor with a focus on growth and innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, benefits package, and hybrid working options.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team and drive health & safety compliance in a proactive culture.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a senior leadership role with career progression opportunities.
- Qualifications: 10+ years' experience in façade or construction, strong leadership and commercial skills.
The predicted salary is between 62500 - 62500 £ per year.
Location: High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Salary: £65,000 + Benefits
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week (8:00am - 5:00pm)
Working Pattern: Office-based (hybrid considered)
We are recruiting for an experienced Commercial Head of Operations to join a well-established and growing specialist within the façade, curtain walling and window industry. Reporting to the Commercial Director, this senior leadership role will oversee the end-to-end delivery of multiple projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards. You will lead multidisciplinary teams across Design, Project Management, Site Operations and Health & Safety, while maintaining full commercial and contractual control.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage operational teams across design, project delivery and site management
- Oversee multiple live contracts from pre-construction through to completion
- Maintain commercial control including valuations, variations and final accounts
- Manage subcontractor procurement and project profitability
- Ensure technical coordination across design, manufacturing and installation
- Monitor project programmes, risks and performance
- Drive health & safety compliance and a proactive safety culture
- Support strategic planning, forecasting and business performance
About You:
- 10+ years' experience within façade, curtain walling or construction
- Proven leadership of multidisciplinary teams
- Strong commercial awareness with experience managing project margins
- Knowledge of JCT and NEC contracts
- Background in Quantity Surveying, Project or Contracts Management
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
Qualifications:
- CSCS Manager's Card (essential)
- SMSTS (essential)
- IOSH (desirable)
What's on Offer:
- £65,000 salary + benefits
- Senior leadership role with real business impact
- Long-term career progression within a growing contractor
- Hybrid flexibility (for the right candidate)
If you are a commercially driven operational leader looking to take the next step in a senior role, we would love to hear from you.
