Operations Manager
4 days ago
Bromley
GVR Solutions are working with a well-established specialist carpentry and joinery contractor based in Kent, delivering high-quality packages across the residential sector. Known for their craftsmanship, reliability, and long-standing client relationships, they are now seeking an experienced Operations Manager to support the next stage of their growth. As Operations Manager, you will take overall responsibility for the day-to-day operational performance of the business, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality. This is a senior, hands-on role, working closely with directors, commercial teams, site managers, and subcontractors. Key Responsibilities: • Oversee and manage multiple carpentry and joinery projects from pre-start through to completion, • Coordinate site teams, supervisors, and subcontract labour, • Ensure programmes, labour plans, and material schedules are effectively managed, • Drive health & safety compliance across all sites, • Monitor project performance, identifying risks and implementing solutions, • Liaise with clients, main contractors, and suppliers to maintain strong working relationships, • Support commercial performance alongside QS / commercial teams, • Contribute to continuous improvement of operational systems and procedures Requirements: • Proven experience in an Operations Manager / Senior Contracts Manager role, • Strong background within carpentry and joinery or interior fit-out, • Experience managing multiple live projects simultaneously, • Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills, • Strong understanding of construction health & safety regulations, • Commercially aware with a problem-solving mindset, • Full UK driving licence What’s on Offer: • Competitive salary (DOE), • Company vehicle or car allowance, • Long-term, stable role within a respected specialist contractor, • Opportunity to play providing role in business growth and strategy, • Supportive, professional working environment