Role Overview
The business provides a range of building and compliance services, including electrical works, fire safety solutions, security systems, and sustainable technologies. Operating mainly within regulated and publicly funded environments, the organisation places strong emphasis on safety, quality, environmental responsibility, and positive community outcomes. Recognised industry accreditations and a carbon-neutral approach support a commitment to doing things the right way.
Key Responsibilities
Supply Chain & Procurement
Support the selection and management of contractors and subcontractors
Work with the Procurement Manager on supplier and material selection
Monitor subcontractor valuations, variations, and costs
Agree final accounts with relevant stakeholders
Tenders & Project Delivery
Lead bid and no-bid decisions
Carry out site visits and provide technical input during tender stages
Support value engineering and contract planning
Review contract documents, design coordination, and mobilisation
Set and monitor KPIs and quality standards
Oversee resourcing and site performance across projects
Work with the SHEQ team to manage compliance and incidents
Resolve complaints and oversee defects and snagging processes
IT & Systems
Oversee company IT systems with support from external consultants
Make decisions around system use, access, and improvements
Ensure systems support operational delivery and reporting
Client Engagement & Business Development
Represent the business at industry and networking events
Manage key client relationships
Support the identification of new opportunities and repeat work
Compliance & Quality
Support internal and external audits
Help develop and maintain policies, procedures, and quality documents
Ensure standards are applied consistently across the business
People & Training
Monitor staffing levels and support recruitment
Oversee HR processes through the HR system
Agree development plans and carry out appraisals
Support a positive, accountable team culture
General & Financial Management
Support business continuity and fleet management
Chair operational meetings and drive actions
Agree budgets and monitor financial performance
Provide regular operational updates to senior leadership
What We're Looking For
Strong experience in an operational management role, ideally within construction, building services, or compliance
A practical leader with good organisational and communication skills
Experience working with health & safety, ISO standards, and digital systems
A commitment to teamwork, high standards, sustainability, and customer-focused delivery
Applications
If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more please apply online today attaching a copy of your current CV. Alternatively contact us on (phone number removed).
Howells are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence. Howells acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies