Operations Manager (Residential)

Operations Manager (High End Residential)
£70,000 – £75,000 + Progression to Director Level + Autonomy + High End Projects
North London / Home Counties

This is a rare opportunity for an ambitious construction professional to join a growing specialist contractor in a pivotal role with genuine autonomy and long-term progression. You will oversee a wide variety of high end residential construction and basement projects while helping shape and grow the operational side of the business.

Are you a Construction Project Manager looking to step into a broader operational role? Do you enjoy managing multiple moving parts across pre-construction, delivery, procurement, and programme management? Are you looking for an opportunity where you can become a key figure within a growing business and progress towards Director level responsibilities?

The company specialises in basement construction, residential developments, extensions, and refurbishment projects across North and West London, Hertfordshire, Cambridge, and the Home Counties. Projects range from smaller £20k works through to £1.5m+ schemes, with the business continuing to grow through repeat clients and a strong reputation within the residential sector.

In this role, you will oversee multiple projects from pre-construction through to completion, coordinating procurement, subcontractors, programmes, materials, and site operations. You'll work closely with the business owner and become a key operational figure within the company, helping streamline delivery while supporting future growth.

This role would suit a self-driven construction professional who enjoys responsibility, variety, and working within a smaller business environment where no two days are the same. The position offers the opportunity to genuinely influence the company's future direction while progressing alongside the business as it expands.

The Role
* Overseeing projects from pre-construction through to completion
* Managing procurement schedules, subcontractors, and material ordering
* Coordinating labour, programmes, and site operations across multiple projects
* Carrying out technical reviews and supporting project delivery teams
* Monitoring project progress, reporting, and operational performance

The Person
* Construction Project Management experience within residential or property projects
* Experience managing projects from pre-construction through to delivery
* Strong organisational and programme management skills
* Experience coordinating subcontractors, procurement, and site teams
* Self-motivated, adaptable, and comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously

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The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates