Operations Manager

Operations Manager Social Housing | Full-time Permanent | Bristol The Role Due to continued growth, our client is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to join their team in a senior leadership capacity. This role will be based in the Bristol area and will play a key part in the safe, efficient, and high‑quality delivery of a major social housing refurbishment contract. This is a pivotal operational role with full responsibility for delivering a large‑scale housing partnership programme, with scope to expand into a broader remit over time.

The successful candidate will bring extensive senior‑level experience within construction operations, ideally within the social housing sector, delivering both internal and external refurbishment and retrofit programmes. Key Responsibilities Lead overall operations of a social housing refurbishment contract, ensuring safe, compliant, and high‑quality delivery Manage multidisciplinary teams and supply chain partners to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to specification Drive project strategy, sustainability objectives, and continuous performance improvement Oversee commercial performance including risk management, P&L accountability, and collaboration on tenders and forecasting Build strong stakeholder relationships while ensuring effective reporting, technical support, and resolution of defects and complaints Requirements Essential: Proven experience operating at Senior Operations Manager or Operations Manager level Strong track record in construction refurbishment, particularly within social housing programmes Demonstrated success managing large‑scale contracts valued at £20m+ and multi‑million‑pound projects Relevant qualification (NVQ Level 6 in Construction or equivalent) Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills Desirable: Experience within the retrofit sector Package & Benefits Competitive salary (dependent on experience) £4,000 motor allowance Salary sacrifice company car scheme 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + birthday off Enhanced maternity leave (up to 26 weeks full pay) Additional benefits including private healthcare, dental care, cycle‑to‑work scheme, and retail discounts This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Operations Manager to join a growing organisation delivering high‑profile social housing projects across Bristol. If you're ready to take the next step in your construction operations career, apply now or get in touch to find out more. #J-18808-Ljbffr