Operations Manager

  • Skilled Careers
  • City, Manchester
  • 08/10/2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

Operations Manager Facade Remediation & Cladding Projects

Manchester Based Covering the North West £90,000 - £100,000 + Excellent Package

Are you an experienced Operations Manager looking to take ownership of a growing portfolio of façade remediation and remedial works projects across the North West

Our client is a specialist contractor delivering high-profile façade remediation, fire safety, cladding replacement, external refurbishment and building envelope projects throughout the region. Due to continued growth and a secured pipeline of work, they are seeking a commercially aware and operationally focused Operations Manager to lead multiple live schemes and drive project performance.

The Role

Reporting directly to the Directors, you will oversee a portfolio of façade remediation projects from pre-construction through to successful handover, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Managing multiple façade remediation and remedial works projects across the North West.
  • Leading and supporting Contracts Managers, Project Managers and Site Teams.
  • Driving programme performance, quality, health & safety and client satisfaction.
  • Monitoring project profitability and commercial performance.
  • Working closely with clients, consultants, housing associations and main contractors.
  • Supporting pre-construction activities and tender reviews.
  • Managing resource allocation across projects.
  • Identifying and mitigating project risks.
  • Ensuring compliance with current building safety and regulatory requirements.

About You

  • Proven experience in an Operations Manager, Senior Contracts Manager or Regional Manager position.
  • Strong background in façade remediation, cladding replacement, fire safety works, external refurbishment or building envelope projects.
  • Excellent leadership and people management skills.
  • Commercially astute with a track record of delivering profitable projects.
  • Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and project teams simultaneously.
  • Strong understanding of health & safety and quality management.
  • Full UK Driving Licence.

What's on Offer

Salary of £90,000 - £100,000 Car Allowance Bonus Scheme Pension Contribution Private Healthcare 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays Clear route into Senior Leadership

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected and growing specialist contractor with a strong reputation within the façade remediation sector and a substantial pipeline of secured work across the North West.

To find out more, contact Dominic Monaghan on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.