Futures recruitment are looking to appoint a skilled Installation Manager to take full responsibility for the planning, coordination, and successful delivery of building installations across multiple UK sites. This role requires a proactive leader who can manage complex installation programmes, maintain rigorous safety standards, and ensure a seamless transition from project commencement through to final client sign-off.
As Installation Manager, you will act as the central point of control on site, driving progress, coordinating teams, and ensuring installations are delivered safely, on schedule, and to the highest quality standards.
Roles and Responsibilities
Undertake site surveys and feasibility assessments in support of pre-construction and bid activities, identifying key risks and technical requirements including ground conditions, lifting strategies, access constraints, and service interfaces.
Produce and maintain detailed installation and delivery programmes, highlighting critical path activities and dependencies.
Ensure full compliance with all Health & Safety legislation, company policies, and site-specific requirements.
Prepare, review, and implement RAMS and associated safety documentation to support safe installation practices.
Lead and manage the full installation lifecycle of modular buildings, from initial mobilisation through to final handover.
Develop, coordinate, and oversee installation programmes, ensuring critical milestones and completion targets are met.
Monitor contractor performance against agreed schedules, providing clear progress updates and forecasts to internal stakeholders.
Promote a strong safety culture on site, ensuring incidents, near misses, and accidents are reported and managed appropriately.
Manage and coordinate subcontractors to ensure high standards of workmanship, productivity, and compliance.
Enforce subcontractor standards and codes of conduct at all times.
Oversee quality control throughout the installation process, aiming for defect-free handovers.
Act as the primary point of contact for clients during installation, resolving issues efficiently and ensuring customer expectations are met.
Manage on-site costs and resources effectively, maintaining commercial awareness while achieving operational targets.
Skills & Qualifications
Demonstrable experience in an Installation Manager, Site Manager, or similar delivery-focused role within construction or modular/offsite environments.
Sound knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, RAMS, and compliance management.
Flexible approach to working nationwide, including occasional overnight stays.
SMSTS (essential)
CSCS Manager or equivalent (essential)
First Aid at Work (desirable)
Construction-related qualification or trade background (HNC / HND / Degree advantageous