Operations Director

4 days ago


Harpenden UK, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Cavendish Professionals Full time

Our client is a contractor who specialise in Groundworks, Demolition and Remediation works.


Due to expansion, they now have an opening for an experienced Operations/Construction Director to join the team on a permanent basis.


Our client has a minimum of 8 projects running at all times and all project values exceed £1.5M.


The successful individual will have extensive experience within the groundwork, demo and remediation sectors.


They will have the ability to ensure projects are delivered to the highest standards, whilst also able to work with senior stakeholders in the business in order to secure future work.


Full job description available upon request.


  • Office Location: Harpenden
  • Project Locations: Nationwide
  • Start date: ASAP
  • Salary/Package: £100K - £150K (depending upon experience)


Criteria:

  • Groundworks/Demolition/Remediation/Piling experience
  • Management CSCS Card
  • SMSTS
  • First Aid
  • Proven experience as an Operations/Construction Manager or Director in a similar business
  • Previous experience working for a sub contractor
  • Strong Health & Safety background and qualifications
  • Commercial knowledge and insight
  • Operational Expertise
  • Ability to deal with contractors at all levels
  • Strong communication and IT skills
  • Ability to lead by example and drive the workforce
  • Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
  • Working references – essential


If interested, please click “Apply” to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV or get in touch with Mark via contact details provided.


Cavendish (Recruitment) Professionals Ltd are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we believe that inclusivity begins with the candidate experience. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of, gender, race, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.



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