At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and manage office operations, driving performance across multiple teams in utilities and construction.
- Company: Growing utilities contractor with a focus on electricity connections and project delivery.
- Benefits: Flexible engagement options, competitive salary, and exposure to major utility frameworks.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth and development in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact as a key leader in a dynamic and growing business.
- Qualifications: Proven senior leadership experience in construction or utilities sectors.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Location: Reading (100% Office-Based)
Type: Permanent or Contract Opportunity
Salary: Highly Competitive Salary / Day Rate (DOE, Outside IR35 for contract)
The Opportunity
We're working with a growing utilities contractor delivering projects under SSEN Lot 1, covering electricity connections up to 11kV underground and 33kV overhead line (OHL). They are seeking a General Manager to take full ownership of their office-based operations in Reading. This is a key leadership role with responsibility for driving performance across multiple teams and ensuring efficient project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the planning, RFQ (pricing), and streetworks departments
- Act as the Office Lead, overseeing administration, training, and operational processes
- Provide strong leadership to department heads (direct reports)
- Drive performance, accountability, and continuous improvement across teams
- Ensure effective coordination across all business functions supporting project delivery
- Make confident, strategic decisions to support business growth and operational efficiency
About You
- Proven experience in a similar senior leadership / General Manager role
- Strong background within construction, utilities, or infrastructure sectors (electricity connections experience highly desirable)
- Demonstrable experience managing multiple teams/functions simultaneously
- Decisive, confident leader able to take ownership and drive outcomes
- Excellent organisational, operational, and people management skills
What's on Offer
- Flexible permanent or contract engagement
- Outside IR35 status for contract roles
- Competitive salary/day rate depending on experience
- Opportunity to play a pivotal leadership role within a growing business
- Exposure to major utility frameworks and projects
If you're a strong operational leader with utilities or construction experience and are looking for a role where you can truly make an impact, we'd love to hear from you.
General Manager employer: Progressive
As a leading utilities contractor based in Reading, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. Our commitment to flexible working arrangements, competitive remuneration, and exposure to significant utility projects makes us an exceptional employer for those seeking to make a meaningful impact in the construction and utilities sectors.
