Operations Director

City, London
Londinium Recruitment
Operations Director: High-End Joinery Contractor
Location: Putney HQ + London Projects
Salary: £100,000 £130,000 + Optional Profit Share

Are you an experienced senior leader in construction looking for full operational control of a highly respected joinery contractor? This is a rare opportunity to step into a pivotal leadership role with a business known for delivering exceptional joinery packages on large-scale, high-volume residential developments across London.

The Opportunity for an Operations Director:

This is more than just a senior management role you ll be driving the business’s entire construction and delivery side. Reporting directly to the MD, you ll lead a growing team of 5+ Project Managers and take ownership of all live projects and delivery functions.

Projects range from landmark developments in Central London to major schemes further afield, working with a top-tier client base of Tier 1 and Tier 2 Developers.

Key Responsibilities for the Operations Director:

• Full responsibility for construction operations across all live projects
• Lead, manage, and develop a team of Project Managers to deliver consistent high-quality results
• Work closely with the MD on strategic planning, growth, and commercial performance
• Oversee health & safety, programming, resource allocation and delivery standards
• Act as a key client liaison to maintain and grow relationships with top-tier developers
• Drive efficiencies, improve systems, and help scale the business as it continues to expand

What We re Looking for in an Operations Director:

• Proven track record in delivering high-end joinery or fit-out packages on major residential schemes
• Previous experience at senior level Ops Manager, Contracts Director, or similar
• Confident managing multiple projects, large teams, and demanding clients
• A hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, quality-driven environment
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of construction programming
• London project experience is highly desirable

Why Join This Business?

• Autonomy to shape the operations of a thriving, respected contractor
• Work alongside a driven and entrepreneurial MD
• Profit share on offer for the right individual
• Head office in Putney with projects across London
• Ambitious but grounded business with a reputation for quality

If you re an experienced construction leader ready to take the reins and help scale a specialist contractor to the next level, this could be the ideal move.

Apply now for a confidential conversation.