POST recruitment are recruiting an experienced Operations Manager for a successful construction supplies firm to take overall responsibility for the operational and financial performance of projects delivered across the UK. The role includes full profit and loss (P&L) responsibility, management of subcontractors and suppliers, oversight of cost, programme, and quality, and leadership of all operational activities from pre-construction through to project completion and certification.
Key Responsibilities
Operational & Financial Management (P&L)
Full P&L responsibility for assigned projects and/or business unit
Ownership of project budgets, cost control, forecasting, and financial reporting
Track, forecast, monitor, and control development budgets and expenditure
Identify and implement cost efficiencies while maintaining quality and programme
Ensure commercial performance meets or exceeds company targets
Site & Subcontractor Management
Take responsibility for all external subcontractors\' activities on site
Chair and manage weekly coordination meetings with all subcontractors
Monitor and drive subcontractor progress to ensure contractual obligations are met
Sign off subcontractors\' RAMS (Risk Assessments & Method Statements)
Supervise and manage head contractor obligations relating to cost, time, and quality
Procurement & Contract Administration
Procure consultants, contractors, and suppliers
Lead negotiations and manage contract administration
Manage payments to consultants, contractors, and suppliers
Ensure contracts align with programme, budget, and risk requirements
Project Delivery & Change Control
Lead end-to-end project delivery to achieve cost, time, quality, and safety objectives
Complete and manage change control processes and documentationEnsure effective communication, valuation, and management of project variations
Design & Technical Management
Manage design development and review against relevant design standards
Coordinate design teams, consultants, and technical stakeholders
Ensure design compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
Stakeholder Management & Leadership
Manage and influence internal and external stakeholders at all levels
Act as senior operational point of contact for clients, consultants, and contractors
Provide leadership, direction, and support to site and project teams
Certification, Compliance & Close-Out
Manage the certification process from construction through to completion
Ensure all required approvals, certificates, and handover documentation are obtained
Oversee project close-out, final accounts, and lessons learned
Qualifications
Proven experience in an Operations Manager or senior project management role
Demonstrable experience with full P&L responsibility
Strong background in subcontractor management and site operations
Solid understanding of cost control, forecasting, and contract administration
Experience managing RAMS, change control, and certification processes
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to manage multiple projects across the UK
Full UK driving licence (essential)
Desirable: Construction or project management qualification
Desirable: Experience operating at senior or business‑unit level
Desirable: Background in managing complex, multi‑site projects
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Key Responsibilities
Operational & Financial Management (P&L)
Full P&L responsibility for assigned projects and/or business unit
Ownership of project budgets, cost control, forecasting, and financial reporting
Track, forecast, monitor, and control development budgets and expenditure
Identify and implement cost efficiencies while maintaining quality and programme
Ensure commercial performance meets or exceeds company targets
Site & Subcontractor Management
Take responsibility for all external subcontractors\' activities on site
Chair and manage weekly coordination meetings with all subcontractors
Monitor and drive subcontractor progress to ensure contractual obligations are met
Sign off subcontractors\' RAMS (Risk Assessments & Method Statements)
Supervise and manage head contractor obligations relating to cost, time, and quality
Procurement & Contract Administration
Procure consultants, contractors, and suppliers
Lead negotiations and manage contract administration
Manage payments to consultants, contractors, and suppliers
Ensure contracts align with programme, budget, and risk requirements
Project Delivery & Change Control
Lead end-to-end project delivery to achieve cost, time, quality, and safety objectives
Complete and manage change control processes and documentationEnsure effective communication, valuation, and management of project variations
Design & Technical Management
Manage design development and review against relevant design standards
Coordinate design teams, consultants, and technical stakeholders
Ensure design compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
Stakeholder Management & Leadership
Manage and influence internal and external stakeholders at all levels
Act as senior operational point of contact for clients, consultants, and contractors
Provide leadership, direction, and support to site and project teams
Certification, Compliance & Close-Out
Manage the certification process from construction through to completion
Ensure all required approvals, certificates, and handover documentation are obtained
Oversee project close-out, final accounts, and lessons learned
Qualifications
Proven experience in an Operations Manager or senior project management role
Demonstrable experience with full P&L responsibility
Strong background in subcontractor management and site operations
Solid understanding of cost control, forecasting, and contract administration
Experience managing RAMS, change control, and certification processes
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to manage multiple projects across the UK
Full UK driving licence (essential)
Desirable: Construction or project management qualification
Desirable: Experience operating at senior or business‑unit level
Desirable: Background in managing complex, multi‑site projects
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