Operations Manager

Operations Manager

Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 basic  plus performance-based bonuses approx. £56k

Location: Leicestershire 
Job Type: Full-time

• Performance-based and profit-share bonuses
• Pension scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Supportive, collaborative working environment
• Genuine career progression opportunities for the right candidate

About the Role
An established and respected organisation within the construction industry is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to take ownership of daily business performance and operational excellence.
This is a senior leadership role where you’ll play a key part in strategic planning, process improvement, and team performance, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, safely, and to the highest quality standards.
Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and optimise day-to-day operations across multiple live projects.
• Plan, coordinate, and deliver complex operational activities with accuracy and efficiency.
• Monitor performance data and turn insights into actionable, results-driven decisions.
• Lead the adoption of new systems, tools, and processes that enhance productivity.
• Collaborate closely with senior management and project teams to achieve delivery excellence.
• Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Manage and resolve operational challenges with professionalism and confidence.
• Respond quickly to evolving business or site conditions, maintaining strong outcomes.

About You

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in an operational management role, ideally within construction or a related technical industry.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Highly organised, capable of prioritising multiple demands in a fast-paced environment.
• Analytical thinker with a proven track record of data-driven decision-making.
• Skilled in planning, problem-solving, and performance management.
• Comfortable with IT systems and new technology, with experience implementing process improvements.
• Resilient, adaptable, and proactive in driving progress and managing change.

  
The Opportunity
If you’re a decisive and results-oriented professional with a passion for operational excellence, this is a chance to make a real, measurable impact within a respected and forward-thinking organisation.