Operations Director (Demolition, Enabling & Remediation Works)

Mattingley, Hampshire
Madisons Recruitment Ltd

Madisons Recruitment are recruiting for an Operations Manager on a permanent basis for a client of ours located in Hook.

This is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing operational performance across multiple projects, ensuring strategic alignment with business goals, and delivering excellence in project execution, health & safety, and client satisfaction. The Operations Director will provide leadership to project and site teams, drive efficiency, and play a critical role in developing and maintaining client and stakeholder relationships.

Experience in Demolition, Enabling & Remediation Works is essential for this position.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support bid submissions, ensuring the development and communication of robust contract programmes with risk mitigation strategies in place.
• Work closely with the commercial team to oversee project forecasting, monitor performance metrics, and ensure financial and operational targets are consistently achieved.
• Proactively identify and communicate potential contract variations to internal stakeholders and clients, ensuring timely resolution.
• Ensure full compliance with all HSQE legislation and internal management systems, providing visible leadership and promoting a culture of safety and quality across all projects.
• Oversee workforce planning, including resource allocation, recruitment, and training strategies to ensure the operational capacity meets business demands.
• Provide strategic direction and technical support to project teams to ensure the successful delivery of contracts. Lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams, ensuring clear expectations and effective performance management.
• Cultivate and strengthen relationships with key clients, industry bodies, and external partners to enhance the organisation s reputation and secure future opportunities.
• Contribute to the wider business strategy as part of the senior leadership team, influencing growth and operational efficiency initiatives.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in a senior operations or contracts management role, ideally within the demolition, enabling works, or wider construction sectors.
• Strong commercial and operational acumen with the ability to deliver results in a high-pressure environment.
• Proven track record in strategic leadership, team development, and stakeholder engagement.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Degree or HNC in a construction-related discipline (desirable).
• Professional membership (e.g., Institution of Demolition Engineers) preferred.
• Relevant health and safety qualifications such as IOSH Managing Safely or Leading Safely (desirable).

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Company vehicle or car allowance
• Workplace pension scheme
• Life assurance (5x salary)
• Private medical insurance (after 3 months service)
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative environment within a family-run business, including regular social events

If you are actively searching for a new role and interested in hearing more on the above Operations Director position, please apply or contact using any of the methods below.

Consultant Name: Kieran

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