Build Manager
Wellingborough
Hours - Mon to Fri 0800-1600 (flexibility required)
Salary - circa £50k plus car allowance/mileage and bonus
Our client based in Wellingborough is recruiting a Build Manager on a permanent basis to be responsible for delivering consistently high standards across all project installations. This involves evaluating project-specific requirements and implementing the most effective resourcing and logistical strategies to ensure seamless delivery. The role combines operational planning, supplier development, quality assurance, and hands-on supervision—both on-site and remotely. The Build Manager will be pivotal in mitigating risks, optimising margin (without compromising safety or quality), and driving installation excellence through smart scheduling, on-boarding of new resources, and the continuous improvement of processes, tools, and working methods.
Key Responsibilities
* Assess build and logistics needs for each project and allocate appropriate resources.
* Schedule build crews and logistics to align with project timelines and budgets.
* Develop and maintain a flexible, high-performing pool of build professionals through recruitment, vetting, training, and performance review.
* Provide cost estimates and guidance at the quotation and pitch stages.
* Act as site lead during complex or large installations, ensuring quality, health & safety, and brand standards are maintained.
* Collaborate with design, project management, and product development teams to continually improve installation outcomes.
* Monitor and enhance build methods, tools, and processes to optimise capacity and consistency.
* Maintain and enhance scheduling tools in collaboration with IT and operational colleagues.
* Handle procurement and financial admin related to installations.
* Oversee client sign-off processes and conduct post-installation reviews.
* Manage the Client Satisfaction Survey process, reporting insights and trends to key stakeholders.
Scope & Impact
* Direct responsibility for the planning, quality, and execution of all companyinstallations.
* Key contributor to company reputation, client satisfaction, and commercial success.
* Frequent travel required within the UK and occasionally overseas, including overnight stays.
* Role requires hands-on leadership both at HQ and on-site, especially during peak periods.
Required Skills & Experience
* Strong scheduling and resource management capabilities.
* Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
* Confident interpreting and executing from technical drawings.
* Practical, hands-on mindset with a focus on delivering quality.
* Commercial awareness to support cost-effective project planning.
* Ability to remain calm and accurate under pressure.
* Strong team orientation with the capability to work independently.
* Effective communication and rapport-building skills.
Desirable Experience & Qualifications
* Previous experience in events, exhibitions, or similar logistics-heavy industries.
* Manual handling and working at height training.
* Experience in client-facing or supervisory roles on-site.
* Experience in developing or implementing operational processes or build methods.
Personal Attributes
* Highly motivated, reliable, and driven by results.
* Professional and positive personal impact.
* Strong sense of ownership and responsibility.
* Tenacious in achieving objectives regardless of obstacles.
* Energetic team player with leadership potential.
Other Requirements
* Full valid UK driving licence.
* Flexibility to work outside normal business hours and travel at short notice.
* Consistently embody the company'score values and professional standards.
* Willingness to evolve with the role and pursue further career development within the company.
Date: 28.03.25 / Revision Date: 28.03.26 #J-18808-Ljbffr