Head of Projects – Flooring
Location: Romford, Essex
Salary: £80,000 – £90,000 + Package
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Role Summary
A well-established commercial flooring contractor based in Romford is seeking an experienced Head of Projects – Flooring to lead and oversee the successful delivery of multiple flooring projects across London and the South East.
This is a senior leadership role responsible for operational delivery, client management, commercial performance, and team development. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commercial flooring, fit-out, or specialist subcontracting, with experience managing project teams and delivering projects to programme and budget.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and oversee multiple flooring projects from pre-construction through to completion
* Manage Project Managers, Contracts Managers, and Site Managers
* Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to required quality standards
* Maintain strong client relationships and attend key progress meetings
* Oversee procurement strategy and supply chain performance
* Drive commercial performance alongside the commercial team
* Monitor programme, risk, and resource allocation
* Implement and maintain high health & safety standards
* Report to board level on operational performance and pipeline
* Support business growth and strategic planning
Requirements
* Proven experience in a senior operational role within flooring, fit-out, or specialist subcontracting
* Strong knowledge of commercial flooring packages (vinyl, carpet, resin, timber, screed systems etc.)
* Demonstrable leadership experience managing multi-project teams
* Strong commercial awareness and cost control ability
* Excellent client-facing and communication skills
* Ability to manage multiple live projects simultaneously
* Strong understanding of health & safety legislation
* Full UK driving licence
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