Permanent Construction Operations Manager

Fawkes and Reece are working with one of our prestige clients, who is looking for a Construction Operations Manager. You will be joining a team working closely with the end client, on an array of schemes notably in Bristol, with occasional travel elsewhere in the UK.

We're working with a leading workplace and facilities management organisation that's looking for an experienced Operations Manager to oversee multiple concurrent projects on a prestigious client account within the engineering and manufacturing sector.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a key operational area - leading a team of project managers, supervisors, operatives, and subcontractors to deliver high-quality, safe, and commercially successful project outcomes.

You'll play a vital role in supporting project delivery teams, ensuring company standards, processes, and values are maintained, and building lasting relationships with key client stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage a team of project managers, supervisors, operatives, and subcontractors.
Oversee all aspects of project delivery, ensuring programmes, cost, quality, and safety meet business expectations.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients to encourage repeat business and long‑term partnerships.
Identify and develop new business opportunities in line with company strategy.
Manage projects commercially, working closely with the commercial team to meet financial targets.
Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and Health & Safety standards.
Deliver high‑quality project outcomes in line with relevant British Standards and codes of practice.
Support estimating and business development teams as required.
Provide leadership, mentoring, and training for direct reports.
Conduct regular staff appraisals, setting clear training and development goals.
Drive continuous improvement and innovation across project delivery.
What you'll need to succeed

Proven experience as an Operations Manager within construction management (essential).
* Confident managing multiple projects across live or occupied sites (desirable).
* Strong understanding of Health & Safety standards and compliance requirements.
* Skilled in preparing quotations, estimates, and commercial reports.
* Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills.
* Construction‑related qualification (City & Guilds / NVQ / Degree or equivalent).
* Relevant certifications : SSSTS / SMSTS, CSCS, First Aid (essential).
* Proficient in MS Office and quality assurance tools such as Fieldview (or similar).
* Experience with project planning software such as Asta, Microsoft Project, or Primavera (desirable).
In return
* Competitive salary package. Learning, development, and career progression opportunities

Apply with an up to date CV to Hazel Baron, through the website
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed