Operations Manager

Equans is looking for an Operations Manager to join our team in Birmingham on a permanent basis. This is a full‑time role and includes a competitive salary, company vehicle and benefits package. General Overview The Operations Manager is responsible for effectively planning, managing, and controlling construction projects and partnerships within the department.

This includes ensuring close adherence to health and safety standards, budgeted expenses, quality, company policies and procedures, and contract documentation. The role involves full control of multiple sites with various clients in the region, covering all activities from pre‑commencement to completion, with a dedicated team under the Operations Manager's direction. What will you deliver?

Develop and maintain trusting relationships with clients Attend framework meetings and support company initiatives Understand client objectives and aims, maintaining excellent contact before, during, and post‑contract Provide and encourage client feedback Ensure the team adapts to market and client changes Attend site visits and contribute to bid strategies Complete resource requirements and work with planners on program and logistics Seek innovative solutions to maximise opportunities for winning bids Produce achievable programmes and preliminary budgets with the team Control consultants and lead the project team to achieve set targets Conduct client satisfaction surveys What can we offer you? Competitive salary Company vehicle Bonus Benefits package including: 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays) Life Cover equivalent to 3 times annual salary Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers Gym membership discounts Cycle to work scheme Holiday purchase scheme 2 corporate social responsibility days per year Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalised support programmes Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme Access to employee networks such as AccessAbility, Encompass, RISE, WOMEN TOGETHER, Working Parents and Young Professionals 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and access to a mental wellbeing app Who are we looking for? Proven experience in a senior operational role within the UK construction sector (ideally residential, commercial or social housing).

Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience leading multi‑site teams. In‑depth knowledge of UK building regulations, health & safety legislation and construction practices. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Financial acumen with experience managing budgets and P&L responsibility. Full UK driving licence. CSCS (Black Card), SMSTS and First Aid at Work certified.

Equans is an equal‑opportunity employer. We encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010. For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK.

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